Tom Pickering, APSA
May 2023 - Maple Tree Seed
About the Image(s)
Specs: Nikon D5000, Laowa 25mm Ultra Macro, 2.5:1, f5.6, 1/10s, Macro Rig, Adaptalux lighting arms
It's that time of year when the maple trees in the surrounding yards cover my yard with these seed pods. I have to clean them up even though I have no trees. Ugh!!!
This 2.5x capture is SOOC, with the seed pod backlit. Suggestions?
This round’s discussion is now closed!
7 comments posted
Well, the tree had "paid" you in kind, Tom! I like this, I'd not have guessed what it was. I've no suggestions, it has come out well. Posted: 05/16/2023 15:27:03
You are the master of surprising Macro subjects, Tom! I would have thought this was shadows cast on the ground from a tree if I didn't know better! It is a great abstract image. If I was really grasping for any suggestion, I would say on the left side and lower edge it is a bit soft, but nothing that detracts from the serenity of the image for me. Posted: 05/16/2023 20:47:59
Hi Tom, I really like your image - I like it looks so abstract. It could be so many things - initially I thought of the circulatory system or rivers and their affluents from space... the only thing I might change is the title to make it more mysterious! Posted: 05/23/2023 16:55:43
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How about "Membranes"? Posted: 05/27/2023 11:46:50
I like it! Posted: 05/27/2023 13:33:02
Love this artistic presentation of the maple seed.. Posted: 05/27/2023 23:37:11
Tom, it is a great subject - I thought at first it was leaf-veins... agree iwth the anatomical reference also, capillaries. this is one that might be good to see side by side as 5.6 vs f10-14. could be used as a textured background for some project. probably differnt colored lights behind it. [ps sorry I'm late due to vacation and leg injury] Posted: 05/29/2023 21:41:04