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This was my very first, and is my most sought after, cactus flower image.
This was my very first, and is my most sought after, cactus flower image.
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Jun, 2015Views
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Awards
Fall Award 2020
Superb Composition
Top Choice
Absolute Masterpiece
Peer Award
All Star
Superior Skill
Outstanding Creativity
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Behind The Lens
Location
This image was taken near our home south of Tucson, AZ.Time
I am an early morning photographer and this was shot shortly after sunrise on that day.Lighting
I love early morning lighting - so pure and wonderful. This was shot in the shade but with plenty of great light all around.Equipment
This image was shot a few years ago and it was with a Sony point and shoot H50 - tripod of course! That camera is long gone as are a few others as I went to more advanced cameras and techniques. I now shoot primarily with a Nikon D610 with three lenses but also have point and shoot cameras for hiking, etc.Inspiration
I love cactus flowers and shoot a lot of pictures of them.Editing
My motto is "Shoot the shot the others did not!" And, as my website says, I will enhance but not create. I try to leave the image as close to what I saw but make minor adjustments.In my camera bag
I have my Nikon D610 with three lenses -- 18-55, 55-200 and 70-300mm. And always have a tripod along. I also carry a Nikon and a Canon good point and shoot cameras for general picture taking and for hiking, etc.Feedback
If you see a bunch of people standing someplace taking a picture - look elsewhere for a better or unique angle, lighting, etc. And, always check behind you - you might be missing a better image.
