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Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis - macro 1:1

Kev — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:20:50 -0500

by: Kev

Description: I took this shot as part of an AF Focus Point Selection test to see just how good (or bad) it would perform at the macro 1:1 distance. Further info and conclusion with additional photo are on my latest blog entry - here: http://geofflawrence.com/blog/?p=2267 (about half way down the article)

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Borage Starflower (Borago Officinalis) - Boraginoideae

Kev — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 20:35:20 -0500

by: Kev

Description: Whilst summer flowers are often large, bold and magnificent. The smaller winter flowers can be more delicate, exotic and rather intriguing, like this lovely blue Borage Starflower which has just come into bloom in my front garden.

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Orange Gerbera Daisy (Asteraceae) - Macro 1:2

Kev — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:38:12 -0500

by: Kev

Orange Gerbera Daisy (Asteraceae)

Kev — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:36:57 -0500

by: Kev

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Gerbera Staimens (Asteraceae) - Macro 1:3

Kev — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:03:18 -0500

by: Kev

Description: I'm addicted to colour :)

Sanpellegrino Cans (Italy)

Kev — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:38:43 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's one of the test shots I used to calibrate the AF on my new 105mm 2.8 lens. One can fine-tune each individual lens to work optimal with a particular body and adjust any spec variant that may exist. Using a ruler placed at a 45' angle to the lens is another helpful method too. This feature is available on most high-end Nikon & Canon cameras today.

Spoon Star (Osteospermum) - Macro 1:1

Kev — Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:49:55 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Another shot from my flower macro gallery.

Toad Lily - Macro 1:1

Kev — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 00:02:08 -0400

by: Kev

Description: ...and here's the macro 1:1 version... I stopped down to f/32 on this one as I wanted as much DOF as I could get at this distance.

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Toad Lily (Tricyrtis)

Kev — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 23:56:32 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This is an interesting Fall flower which blooms from early Sept well into late November outdoors here on Vancouver Island. It has an almost 'orchid' like look & form.

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Spoon Star (Osteospermum) - Macro

Kev — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:14:14 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This isn't quite 1:1, but it's pretty close. I could have got a little bit more depth...but decided on f/16 to minimalize the diffraction issue at this close range.

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Metalic Water Flask

Kev — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:12:30 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Being the vivid colour addict that I am...when my Mrs walked in with this metalic flask in hand...I simply couldn't resist taking a shot :)

Cosmos Bipinnatus (Asteraceae) - Macro 1:1

Kev — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 16:13:15 -0400

by: Kev

Description: The good thing about macro is that every regulat garden flower now becomes a potentially interesting photo op. The bad thing is that now I need at least another 1,000 years or so - just to capture them all! :)

Nikkor 17-55mm f/2.8 Zoom Lens

Kev — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 21:48:23 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Just a straightforward product shot of my Nikon 17-55mm f/2.8 zoom lens.

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Japanese Anenome (Ranunculaceae) - Macro 1:1 #2

Kev — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:55:18 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Even with a 105mm macro (157mm of my D300 Dx body)...this is pushing it to the max. Wanted to see just how close I could get...and still maintain a reasonable DOF. Stopped down to f/32. Subject was about 9 inches from the camera sensor. The yellow petal circle is less than 1/2 an inch across.

Japanese Anenome (Ranunculaceae) - Macro 1:1

Kev — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:49:24 -0400

by: Kev

Description: The yellow petal circle is less that 1/2 an inch across. This was shot at a distance of 12 inches (ie: camera sensor) from the subject.

Red Hibiscus Stamens (Malvaceae) - Macro 1:1

Kev — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:17:42 -0400

by: Kev

Description: After 3 weeks with a terrible FLU virus...I finally felt like taking a few pics today. Here's one of them. I could have used f32 or even f45 here - but decided that this was a good balance between DOF detail & composition. To view a slightly larger pic with a little more fine detail - click here: http://kvincentphotography.ca/designerflorals/h19f0896a#h19f0896a

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Greek Family Portrait (Circa 1870)

Kev — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:12:47 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I just wanted to share with you this very old photograph of my wife Krissoula's great grand-parents, taken in Kalamata, Greece way back in the 1870's. I haven't touched it up in any way - just a regular scan of the picture, which we have mounted in a nice frame. I think it's kinda neat. and not a bad shot for approx 140 years ago.

Rainbow Sage (Lantana Camara) - Macro 1:1

Kev — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:53:37 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I always enjoy shooting flowers just after a rain shower, so despite having a bad flu virus...I went outside in the yard to take this pic today. The 105mm macro lens (which is actually 157mm on my D300 DX body)...makes it so much easier to obtain a nice smooth bokeh, even when using an f/16 setting and shooting just 1 foot from the subject. I notice that some of the fine detail has been lost during the small jpeg upload here. To view a clearer TIFF version please click on the link below: http://kvincentphotography.ca/endlesssummer/h131de666#h131de666

Hand Crafted Silver Ring (Macro 1:1)

Kev — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 02:48:00 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I must admit, I'm not usually a huge fan of a very shallow depth of field. However, sometimes I do find it pretty kool. I think I shall be experimenting more with this approach in the future.

Nutcase "Union Jack" Helmet

Kev — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:40:36 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's another shot (of my bike helmet) with the new 105mm 2.8 VR lens. I'm pleased with the colour rendition and overall clarity, etc., especially at this non macro working distance. The next task is to completely eliminate ALL reflection areas on a still-life photo like this one... which will probably require a set of 'diffused' studio lamps...rather than using the regular "soft-box" that creates certain reflections by itself when shooting larger objects. My Mrs thinks the logo is very apppropriate for me :)

Platinum & Diamond Wedding Rings

Kev — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:21:45 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's a shot of my wife's wedding rings. It's almost at 1:1 macro ratio, but not quite. I used f/22 in order to get as much DOF as possible...the lens actually goes down to f/40...but at that setting diffraction definitely becomes an issue.

Adidas AdiSTAR Ride�

Kev — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:10:49 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I go thru 5 pairs of these running shoes each year. They only last about 2 1/2 months or 850 klms. It ain't cheap... Just playing with colour and form here.

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"Joan of Arc" Cactus Dahlia (Asteraceae)

Kev — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 03:16:34 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's the very first shot with my new Nikon 105mm 2.8 VR II Macro lens. I couldn't find an absolutely perfect Dahlia bloom to shoot...but, I am pleased with the IQ and extra detail. This is not a 1:1 ratio distance, just a regular closeup - taken at about 1.2 metres from the subject.

Vancouver Island Summer

Kev — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:54:41 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Just a couple more DRY local scenery shots...before the summer comes to an end. We've had just 22mm of rain in the last 4 months. Who needs Arizona, when ya have Canafornia! :)

"No Camp Fires Allowed"

Kev — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:51:55 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Just a couple more DRY local scenery shots...before the summer comes to an end. We've had just 22mm of rain in the last 4 months. Who'd a thunk this is Kanada! :)

Cardoon (Cynara Cardunculus)

Kev — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:20:49 -0400

by: Kev

Description: One can always tell when summer is coming to an end...coz the big artichoke thistle flowers are out in bloom. I already have an outdoor shot uploaded, so thought I'd take one inside too.

Vivitar 90mm Macro f/2.5 Lens (Series 1)

Kev — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:09:51 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I thought I'd do a black on white this time around. Here's an old 1970's, legendary macro lens - the Vivitar 90mm...including the 1:1 converter attached. The hardest aspect here was to keep the front lens glass free from any reflective image...which was a bit tricky, and had to be shot at just the right angle. I think it turned out reasonably well.

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An arid summer climate

Kev — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:49:24 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I realize that these pics are not particulary uber-interesting. However, I just wanted to post a few more shots that show how extremely dry it gets here during the summer months.

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Moss Rock - Vancouver Island

Kev — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:46:58 -0400

Tinderbox Dry

Kev — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:45:18 -0400

Echinacea Purpurea Head - Mirror Image

Kev — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 19:22:48 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This shot was just for fun. I actively removed the double 2nd image created by the mirror. This is another of my 'aquired' backyard flowers - I'm thinking of calling it the 'Ronnie Biggs' collection :)

Tiger Lily (Lilium Tigrinum Lancifolium) - Liliaceae

Kev — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:58:34 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Another of my favourite summer flowers - the Tiger Lily, with it's rather unusual inward curling petals. My neighbour to the back of me...doesn't realize that she has one missing in her garden ;)

Rainbow Sage (Lantana Camara) - Verbenaceae

Kev — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 02:32:46 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's another of my colourfull Lantana garden shrubs. I used an f/11 which I think offers enough foreground focal detail, plus adequate background seperation.

Gooseneck (Lysimachia Clethroides)

Kev — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 03:07:39 -0400

by: Kev

Description: ...on black ;)

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The Dry Season #1

Kev — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:10:05 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I took these pics just to show how dry it gets during the summer here. Most people wouldn't probably associate the Pacific NW region as being semi-arid, but from May thru to Oct we get hardly any rain, and lots of sunshine. Taken shortly before sunset at about 8:10pm

The Dry Season #2

Kev — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:05:23 -0400

The Dry Season #3

Kev — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 04:03:44 -0400

Coral Gerbera Sunflower (Asteraceae)

Kev — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 03:03:41 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This one just came out in bloom (again). I like the coral colour and form. The petals on a Gerbera are very soft/felt like, so one has to resist over-sharpening here in order to maintain a natural look.

The Peace Rose (Rosa 'Madame A. Meilland')

Kev — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 02:00:29 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I already have an outdoor shot of this rose variety, so I thought I'd do an indoor pic this time. Whilst not as dramatic as some, I've always liked the soft, subtle pink & yellow colour combination of the famous 'Peace' Rose.

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Tango Asiatic Lily (Lilium Asiatic) - Liliaceae

Kev — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 03:50:48 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Another colourful garden specimen. Don'tcha just love summer (y)

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Lucifer - Mont Bretia (Crocosmia) - Iridaceae

Kev — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 03:46:15 -0400

by: Kev

Description: I couldn't quite get the detail that I wanted on the petals - but thought it was worth an upload anyway.

Wild Bergamot (Monarda Fistulosa) - Lamiaceae

Kev — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:19:09 -0400

by: Kev

Description: The wild Bergamot flower. Kinda reminds me of a sea urchin. Earl Grey tea anyone? :)

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Pink Caprice (Lantana) - Verbenaceae

Kev — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 02:15:51 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Another one of my favourite potted plants. We have 3 different varieties in our garden. In Australia & South Africa these Lantana's grow wild on the side of the road. Here we have to pay for them at the garden nursery :)

Landini Asiatic Lily (Lilium Asiatic) - Liliaceae

Kev — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:11:18 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This is the "darkest" variety of the Asiatic Lily family. A rather unusual colour which looks almost 'fake' when photographed in the garden.

Prairie Splendor (Echinacea Purpurea) - Asteraceae

Kev — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 03:05:42 -0400

by: Kev

Description: The first cloudy day in almost 2 months. So I was able to take a few flower pics. This Echinacea is a large bloom, almost 6 inches across...so at this angle I went for a central focus.

Yellow Globe Knapweed (Centaurea Macrocephala)

Kev — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 02:34:16 -0400

by: Kev

Description: This interesting thistle type plant is in my neighbours yard - so I asked them if I could pick one for an indoor shot. Sorry it's yet another black background - but it's just too windy here to capture outside. We've had an extremely dry/sunny start to the season with only 1 day of rain in almost 2 months. However, it's also been constantly breezy here on the island.

Amber Stone & Silver Necklace

Kev — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 04:09:02 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's another jewelry pic that I took today.

Black Coral Stone & Cameo - Silver Jewelry

Kev — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:32:53 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's another piece of silver jewelry that I'm photographing for a local artist. I've actually done quite a number of different items for them over the past few months. My main aim is just to capture a nice clean shot, get as much DOF as possible, keep the reflective glare to a minimum, and shoot at an interesting angle.

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Phalaenopsis Orchid (Orchidaceae)

Kev — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 03:17:40 -0400

by: Kev

Description: When I first saw this photo I thought it was a tad soft. However, after taking a closer second look at the orchid I saw that the petal markings are not particularly crisp or extremely sharp. Another reminder, that objects in nature are not always as high definition as we expect them to be these days.

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Ptilotus Exaltatus �Joey� (Australia) - in pot

Kev — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 13:12:31 -0400

by: Kev

Description: Here's the Aussie plant in it's glass designer pot :p

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