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All I really want to know is whether this prompts some reaction in those who look at it or not.
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Technical Details
This is a three-shot multiple exposure. I took a lot of multiple exposures of two kinds of succulents. This one came closest to the result I had in mind.
Specific Feedback
I’m not after any specific feedback. Any comments will be appreciated.
My initial reaction: “Beautiful Dream”. Living in Arizona, I am naturally drawn to succulents and agaves. Beautifully seen and creatively put together. Nice!
The delicate colors and the shapes fascinate me. I keep wanting to study each detail. It is a restful picture that I would like on my wall. Thanks, Don, for sharing it with us.
Chris, as I mentioned, it’s a multiple exposure, shot on a tripod with live view. Live view allows you see how the various shots will mesh. I exposed to the right because I knew I wanted a high-key result.
I didn’t like the colors so I changed the white balance to fluorescent and warmed the image up until I was satisfied. After that it was mostly a matter of getting the tones where I wanted them .
I tried many other multiple exposures that didn’t work. Persistence helps!
Love this Don! And before reading any comments, my reaction was also along the lines of a painting, water colors, or colored pencil sketch. This is just wonderful! The softness of both the pastels and the physical leaves just makes for such a pleasing.
I could see this as a canvas print or the basis for some home decor themes, etc. Very cool!
Hi Don, I love this look! I have just started experimenting with multiple exposures myself and like how creative you can get with it. I like the soft pastel look of the hard-edged succulent. To me, this photo is unique and creative!
Don, This lovely image immediately caught my attention. I love the soft, translucent leaves outlined in a grey/magenta. The brighter background provides a contrast with the bluish leaves. This is a very different take on a succulent plant.
