What's in a name?
Aperture 40/10 Shutter 10/1250 Focal Length 200/10 
Jul, 2016Views
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Behind The Lens
Location
This photo was taken in my makeshift home studio (a.k.a. my living room).Time
Since I have a day job, I usually take photos in the evenings, so there you have it.Lighting
Not really. I had not even realised how good this shot was until I saw it on my computer screen.Equipment
My Nikon D3200 and the 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6G kit lens, plus my macro ring and a tripod, since it's a no flash shot. Also, a black backdrop and a spray bottle, to add the water droplets.Inspiration
I love all flowers but there is something really special about roses. And I was re-reading "Romeo and Juliet" at the time, so there you have it.Editing
In most cases I don't edit my photos, I just go for the "what you see is what you get" approach, and this photo is no exception.In my camera bag
My Nikon D3200 of course, and the Nikkor 18-55 mm f/3.5-5.6 lens (which I almost never use, but I always bring along), my Tamron 70-300mm f/4-5.6 and my Nikkor 50mm f/1.8G prime lens. I love using the prime lens, especially with portraits, because you have to get really close to the subject. I also carry my polarising filters and my remote controller, because you never know when they might come in handy.Feedback
I've said it before but I am terrible at giving advice of any sort. With that said, I feel that the most important part of a good composition is the photopgrapher's love for the subject. Knowing all the technical things is most helpful, of course, because that's how you get a good picture, but the person behind the lens is what makes a picture GREAT. Additionally, learn to pay attention to details; look for the things that most people overlook. And learn to pay attention to details as well, because it can take a while to get the perfect shot.
