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This photographic perspective allows us to transform the ordinary into something truly interesting, revealing details that would normally go unnoticed. In this session, the central object was a piece found on a beach, whose identity remains uncertain due to the intense wear and tear caused by time and the sea. What from a distance might seem like an irrelevant fragment, through the magnifying glass of macro photography, reveals itself as a realm of enigmatic textures and shapes.
The technique used was based on an inverted ring, which allows us to work at short distances and capture details with high magnification. This approach inevitably creates a shallow depth of field, where only specific areas appear in focus, highlighting grooves, cavities, and reliefs, while the blurred background provides an isolating effect that further enhances the chosen details.
The soft tones, ranging from cream, beige, and orange, combined with the shadows cast on the reliefs, create subtle contrasts that accentuate the three-dimensionality. The abstract shapes found here evoke miniature landscapes: caves, cliffs, escarpments, and even structures resembling fossilized skeletons. Each curve suggests a new interpretation, transforming this enigmatic object into a natural canvas for multiple visual interpretations.
Among the numerous techniques available for macro photography, this method is arguably the most cost-effective and efficient for individuals possessing a camera with a removable lens. By simply detaching the lens and reversing its direction, and employing an inversion ring, the process becomes more manageable and streamlined.
Let me share the visual result of this session:
Technical Description of Macro Photography Session
Camera Settings
Focus Mode: Manual focus to ensure precision in specific details of structure.
Aperture: Variable aperture between f/4 and f/5 for adequate depth of field, ensuring all important details are in focus.
ISO: Low ISO setting (800) to minimize noise in images.
Shutter Speed: Adjust shutter speed as needed to avoid underexposure, while maintaining a value that allows you to capture sharp details.
Procedures
- Environment Preparation:
Assembling the macro photography set in a controlled environment, minimizing the presence of dust and ensuring a clean and white surface for positioning the subject. - Section Positioning:
Placing the subject in position that highlight the unique characteristics, using appropriate supports to keep the example stable. - Lighting Adjustment:
Setting the LED lights to provide uniform illumination, adjusting the intensity and angle of the lights to eliminate unwanted shadows. - Image Capture:
Taking multiple shots with variations in aperture settings, shutter speed and capture angle, exploring different perspectives and compositions. - Image Review:
Immediate analysis of images captured on the camera's viewfinder to ensure that all desired details were captured sharply and clearly. - Post-Production Editing:
Importing images into editing software (Adobe Photoshop CS) to adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness and remove any imperfections.
To finish, i leave you with some considerations regarding these photo sessions:
Examining miniature subjects through macro photography reveals a compelling domain where minute details assume significant importance. Immersing oneself in the intricacies of these diminutive objects allows for the recognition of the often-overlooked beauty within this microenvironment. Each image captures a fleeting moment, showcasing the complexity hidden within the small-scale elements of nature. The essence of macro photography lies in its ability to elevate ordinary subjects to extraordinary levels, offering an intimate and captivating perspective.
The session is closed for today.
Hope you like it :)
These photos weren't taken with a tripod
Camera - Canon EOS 600D
Lens - EFS 18-55mm
Location - Portugal
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