It's very pretty, and an effective use of black and white. I also have to say, I like that the stem and leaves can be made out subtly in the background--they are out of focus and nondistinct, but in a way that gives the photo some extra character. Almost looks like the flower has little wings or is looking up with it's little arm-leaves spread in wonder.
I don't know. Maybe I just anthropomorphize flowers. /silly
In any case, it's a sweet photo and I'm sure your friend will like it!
Sometimes I try to do something with "blur" to achieve different or unusual effects. Many times I'm unsuccessful, but the key is to try anyway. I'm so glad you like it. Your opinion actually means a lot to me. And you're not silly! I do it from time to time myself.
Thank you, she did like it. But I can't wait for Spring so I can do some more flowers!
This is really pretty Sara. The contrast and dynamic range are great! The flower pops out in front, and the background falls away in back. It's very nice. Sometimes B&W has better character than color does.
Thank you for this comment! I really love doing b&w but so many people out there want the flowers in color. But she inspired me to try, so I figured, why not?
You're welcome! I have a few black and whites, but not many - need to get more film but I dont' have access to the darkroom anymore Love my film camera!
Nope, but now I did. I actually like film cameras a lot. I have a fujifilm instax which is like a polaroid which I finally found my film for. But it's a dollar a pic, so I rarely use it.
Well, that's too bad! (That you don't use it much I mean.) I just like the unknown factor of a film camera, you don't always know just how it will turn out! It adds to the excitement!
I actually admire film photography a lot. I want to get a nice 35mm but I don't have the funds to keep up with that photography with all the film development and black room equipment. Maybe one day soon!
I don't know. Maybe I just anthropomorphize flowers. /silly
In any case, it's a sweet photo and I'm sure your friend will like it!
Thank you, she did like it.
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