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[gjtoth]

All I did was change speed,exposure and used a diffuser on the second one.-- EXIFs included. Notice the upper-left of the ball is blown out pretty bad in the first one without the diffuser. What's REALLY cool about these is: I'm not even in Macro or Super Macro mode! Just me havin' fun :rolleyes:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2075/2198566426_dbba4f0198_b.jpg

Camera: Olympus SP550UZ
Exposure: 0.017 sec (1/60)
Aperture: f/8
Focal Length: 30.2 mm
ISO Speed: 50
Exposure Bias: 0/10 EV
Flash: Flash did not fire

Image Description: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
X-Resolution: 72 dpi
Y-Resolution: 72 dpi
Software: GIMP 2.4.2
Date and Time: 2008:01:16 17:55:53
Exposure Program: Manual
Date and Time (Original): 2008:01:16 17:39:53
Date and Time (Digitized): 2008:01:16 17:39:53
Maximum Lens Aperture: 297/100
Metering Mode: Spot
Light Source: Tungsten (incandescent light)
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Manual
Digital Zoom Ratio: 0/100

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2206/2197778133_39ba00cea9_b.jpg

Camera: Olympus SP550UZ
Exposure: 0.25 sec (1/4)
Aperture: f/8
Focal Length: 30.2 mm
ISO Speed: 50
Exposure Bias: 0/10 EV
Flash: Flash did not fire

Image Description: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
X-Resolution: 72 dpi
Y-Resolution: 72 dpi
Software: GIMP 2.4.2
Date and Time: 2008:01:16 17:56:56
Exposure Program: Manual
Date and Time (Original): 2008:01:16 17:41:03
Date and Time (Digitized): 2008:01:16 17:41:03
Maximum Lens Aperture: 297/100
Metering Mode: Spot
Light Source: Tungsten (incandescent light)
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Manual
Digital Zoom Ratio: 0/100

[LensBaby]

I like that subject. Just think of that on a piece of that black reflective plexiglass. That would be awesome because of the nike sign.

[gjtoth]

I like that subject. Just think of that on a piece of that black reflective plexiglass. That would be awesome because of the nike sign.

I was thinking of black velvet as a background. But, you have to know how my brain works (or not) -- I usually just grab something on a whim and plop it into my fancy-shmancy light set up (consists of a clamp-on light clamped to a cheapo tripod I was going to throw away pointing down onto the subject that's lying on a curved-up posterboard. My "diffuser" is a 12"x8" sheet of 1/2" stryrofoam packing material). One of these days, I'm actually going to PLAN a shot using "real" lighting stuff. Hmmmmmmmm... unique concept for me :eek: :D

PS - this weekend I'm going to attempt to make a fancy-shmancy scrim. Anyone seen a small umbrella laying round? heheheheh

[dkippen]

I agree with Sue - the black reflective would really make the white golf ball POP.

By the way - what is a scrim???

[gjtoth]

I agree with Sue - the black reflective would really make the white golf ball POP.

By the way - what is a scrim???

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scrim_(material) == scrim :D

[Snappers]

I'm looking forward to the lighting lesson on the course. I will hopfully learn an awful lot from that one.

[gjtoth]

I'm looking forward to the lighting lesson on the course. I will hopfully learn an awful lot from that one.

I think we ALL will, Andy. Right now, I'm just playing and experimenting with different things I've seen on the web or something that pops into my head (it doesn't happen often so I have to grab it while it's there! :eek:)

[LensBaby]

I do the same thing. Something just pops in my head and I just photograph it. I have been sitting here for days thinking of cool things to try, but I just have not had any time to do anything.

[gjtoth]

I agree with Sue - the black reflective would really make the white golf ball POP.

By the way - what is a scrim???


Wellllllllllll... I could find black reflective that was flexible enough for this. So, I used a green velvet blazer of my wife's. She'll never know hehehehe I did add a couple of things that I think improved the lighting. I put a small white piece of posterboard to the right-front of the ball, used bounce flash and diffused the direct light. See what you think:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2195/2202689540_ef525b3751_b.jpg

Camera: Olympus SP550UZ
Exposure: 0.05 sec (1/20)
Aperture: f/8
Focal Length: 21.9 mm
ISO Speed: 50
Exposure Bias: 0/10 EV
Flash: Flash fired

Image Description: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
X-Resolution: 72 dpi
Y-Resolution: 72 dpi
Software: GIMP 2.4.2
Date and Time: 2008:01:18 17:18:17
Exposure Program: Manual
Date and Time (Original): 2008:01:18 16:53:35
Date and Time (Digitized): 2008:01:18 16:53:35
Maximum Lens Aperture: 297/100
Metering Mode: Spot
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Manual
Digital Zoom Ratio: 0/100

[gjtoth]

I agree with Sue - the black reflective would really make the white golf ball POP.

By the way - what is a scrim???


Wellllllllllll... I could find black reflective that was flexible enough for this. So, I used a green velvet blazer of my wife's. She'll never know hehehehe I did add a couple of things that I think improved the lighting. I put a small white piece of posterboard to the right-front of the ball, used bounce flash and diffused the direct light. See what you think:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2195/2202689540_ef525b3751_b.jpg

Camera: Olympus SP550UZ
Exposure: 0.05 sec (1/20)
Aperture: f/8
Focal Length: 21.9 mm
ISO Speed: 50
Exposure Bias: 0/10 EV
Flash: Flash fired

Image Description: OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA
X-Resolution: 72 dpi
Y-Resolution: 72 dpi
Software: GIMP 2.4.2
Date and Time: 2008:01:18 17:18:17
Exposure Program: Manual
Date and Time (Original): 2008:01:18 16:53:35
Date and Time (Digitized): 2008:01:18 16:53:35
Maximum Lens Aperture: 297/100
Metering Mode: Spot
Exposure Mode: Manual
White Balance: Manual
Digital Zoom Ratio: 0/100

[dkippen]

Much better without the shadows.

[Snappers]

Your wife will know if I tell her :D

Much Better Gary.

[gjtoth]

Your wife will know if I tell her :D

Much Better Gary.

Ya know... it was spooky. She knew! Don't ask me how but, she knew. I mean, I put it back exactly where it was in the closet. I don't think it was more than a few millimeters from where it originally hung. But, SHE KNEW! :eek:

[Snappers]

Hehehehehe, She is a woman, they know everything before we even tell them! :D:D:D:D

[ladyups]

Wow...Gary, you are doing awesome. I never understand the lighting...just doesn't compute in this ole brain of mine. But...I know I like the golf ball on the velvet jacket and the additional light at the front. I still haven't received my flash yet, but when I do, I'm going to bug the life out of you. :D

BTW...this looks like one of my golf balls. Have you been in my bag? I seem to have scuff marks on all my balls from the road that runs parallel to our golf course. :confused:

Great pic!
Mary

[ladyups]

Hehehehehe, She is a woman, they know everything before we even tell them! :D:D:D:D


:D:D:D:DYippee, a man that knows we woman know everything! :D:D:D

Mary

[gjtoth]

:D:D:D:DYippee, a man that knows we woman know everything! :D:D:D

Mary

Not everything, Mar. Just when someone moves their green blazer :D

[ladyups]

Not everything, Mar. Just when someone moves their green blazer :D

Ok...you are going to have to get together with Andy so he can explain to you that women do know everything before being told...:D:D:D:D

My hubby is wondering what I'm laughing about but I'm not telling....he thinks he wears the pants in this family and I just let him think that...:D:D:D:D

Mary

[Snappers]

But one day The ladies in our lives will discover that we men know more but are sensible enough to let the ladies think they know it all.

My wife says that she is the boss but only becasue I say she can be. :D:D:D:D:D



Runs and hides behind the sofa now!

[ladyups]

But one day The ladies in our lives will discover that we men know more but are sensible enough to let the ladies think they know it all.

My wife says that she is the boss but only becasue I say she can be. :D:D:D:D:D



Runs and hides behind the sofa now!

I can see you peeking over the top! :D:D

Mary

[Snappers]

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Mind you, come to think of it, if anyone reads this and knows where I am, the sofa isn't going to help me.........

..... I'm out'ta here!

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