Joy in Paradise

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Joy in Paradise
Joy in Paradise3360×2240 2.02 MB

During the height of the pandemic when everyone was locked down, I was getting depressed about all the photography workshops I was planning on going to being canceled. Finally I decided to go out in my backyard and fool around with shooting these Bird of Paradise blossoms. I tried some ICM which gave me some beautiful results, but I also love this shot. The side and backlight of the late afternoon were perfect.

Specific Feedback Requested

I am always looking for suggestions for improvement and welcome any critique.

Technical Details

1/40", f/16, ISO 200, 100mm macro; basic panel adjustments in Lightroom

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Hi Bill thanks for posting. I do like the shot nicely vibrant and striking. The only issue I have is the background. The squares and lines in the full size image do compete with the flower itself. I would, in this case, have a natural black background or use a black card so as not to compete with the flower. Hope this is of some help?

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Thanks for that suggestions, Robert. I will see if I can adjust the background in post.

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Great! Thanks for coming back?