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Black & White Flower Portraiture

flower portrait in black and white has a proper understanding of good photography. I think it is a subject which can make a stunning image.

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Phill commented on michuK's photo
I would say that this is very slightly front focus, the lower lashes are dead sharp but the eye seem...
Now come on was it a pinhole shot :)))...
Phill commented on michuK's photo
I wonder if your camera had a quick change of temperature that caused some condensation with the len...
Oh ! what a shame the left one has his beak hidden, wonderfull colors and quality....
Bit late with my comments I'm afraid, very nicely done and your showing your creative streak again :...
michuK commented on his/her own photo
i think this is not about light getting in, because this pic was made through the shortest setup of ...
Phill commented on Derek's photo
David is being very sexist, presuming the little lady made them :)) I love the light and the angle (...
Phill commented on alpha9's photo
Great angle and colors in this shot...
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