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An Hour To Spare

As there were lots of "white" photoblogs recently, I thought I would have a go at water drops and make it colourful too.
I used a glass kitchen bowl, some Christmas wrapping paper and a tumbler to drop the water. I couldn't think of anything else to use that I had.
I set the camera to 1/200 sec and popped the flash. Timing and focus were the two main problems, but managed to get the droplets in focus. I did try a smaller aperture, but the wrapping paper came into focus as well - an effect that I didn't want.
Anyway, this was my first go at this subject so any constructive comments would be welcome.

Hello snowman

This was my first test shot to make sure my exposure was correct before positioning the camera for the above shots. When that was O.K., I just moved the camera and re-focused. I took about 10 shots before capturing my first drop!

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 11:20
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nice work. and to only take 10 shots is amazing - LOL.
i used to take over 100 and maybe get 2 decent ones.
takes alot of patience but your has paid off.

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 13:29
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Great work Alan

Now mop up the kitchen, Haha.  I have been having a go 2 weeks ago I put some in my gallery.  Have a peep.

Well done on these festive ones.  You must admit it's great fun experimenting.

Cheers and thanks for posting.

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 14:39
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Yes Mr Torres, but I did have lots of wasted shots! A reasonably steady stream helped too. I think I'll try a dish with less depth next time to capture the splash. Deeper water tends to create columns.

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 17:47
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the image is very beautiful

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 19:01
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Some great shots Alan i did a blog recently myself if you care to have a look.

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Date Thu, 02/12/2010 - 19:21
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They are good. I am definately going to have a go at water now.

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Date Fri, 03/12/2010 - 00:17
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Some good shots there Alan and lots of Patience

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Date Fri, 03/12/2010 - 16:16
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Hi !! Great work Alan ,i like it

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Date Sat, 04/12/2010 - 08:14
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Such a fun way to take photos and get super results too.

Many thanks for inspiring me to have a go.

Black and White comp.  http://www.myfinepix.co.uk/competition/entry/453551

 

Jo 

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