simonpattinson

Dandelion Seed Head

Dandelion Seed Head

Macro of a dandelion head and seed fairy's waiting for the wind.

Macro of a dandelion head and seed fairy's waiting for the wind.
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NIKON D80

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Aperture f/4.0 ISO 125 Shutter 625/100000

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Oct, 2013

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Excellent capture in B&W with great focus and contrast!

Thanks iceman2, so glad you liked it.
One day I will actually capture these seed fairy's as they catch the wind, one day ?
Simon

Really like this one. great

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