Red Macro Still Life
When I placed the order
for my Nikon,
the first thing I did
was look for the right
macro lens.
Yes, I like landscapes,
capturing mountains
and canyons
and lakes.
But I love macros.
Maybe I’m just a frustrated
microbiologist?
Me too, Cathy! I am fascinated with nature. The tiny, beautiful details in every flower assure me that something much larger than myself is at work in this life. Love your pictures! Thank you for sharing. 🙂
Love you!
XOXO
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I so agree, Crystal. Those tiny details give me such pleasure. Thank you!
Love,
Cathy
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Me too. I’ve worked with the D300 for five years now with a Tamron 90mm and Sigma 150mm. I love them.
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I have a Tokina 100mm. I love mine too!
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Brilliant capture!!!
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Thank you, Frank!
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this is a feast for my eyes Cathy. I do so love your blog.
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Audra,
You make me blush! I’m so glad you liked it.
Cathy
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What a beautiful sight on a Monday morning 🙂
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Thank you! These macros are so fun to shoot and share. I’m glad you liked it!
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“Maybe I’m just a frustrated microbiologist?” Well, let’s see, do you have shelves of Petri dishes in your fridge that aren’t doing what you want them to? 😉
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Uhhh, doesn’t everyone? I’m suspect I’m not the only one who routinely conducts recombinant DNA experiments, Carrie. 🙂
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Beautiful Cathy! its never too late!
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I had to laugh, Kathryn. I really don’t want to be a microbiologist, other than having fun with tiny things through my macro lens! I’ve done enough Science as a P.T. (including dissecting a cadaver) to last me a lifetime. It still fascinates me, but after getting a Doctorate and all the other things I’ve done in my career, photography is a welcome and invigorating creative outlet!
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I could not agree more but I need to paint and draw again. I am in blockage mode for 2 years now. I will put my work up one day. Born an artist. Forensics intrigue me !
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Uuuh, Kathryn. Excuse me. Your photography is amazing. Does that not count for something?!! Your artistry comes through whether you believe it or not!
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No its not what I was born to do …..Thank you though!
You made me smile : ) Thanks
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Ironically, I was looking at cameras today – I have felt such inspiration in and admiration for your talent, that I thought it might be time for me to learn how to take a picture. Of course, this is a warning to nature, for once I figure out how to do this, Lord knows what I will misinterpret while looking through the view finder (if that’s what it’s called)..:-)
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Mimi,
You made me giggle – or maybe even laugh out loud! Yes, it is called a viewfinder, and while photography can be somewhat complicated, it’s not really. Just shoot what pleases you and you’ll learn over time. And if you need any help, please let me know. You have my email.
Hugs,
Cathy
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🙂 Thank you!!
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Everyday you show us beautiful miracles. This shot is superb Cathy. Sharon
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Sharon,
You take such gorgeous photos. I am truly inspired by you and humbled by your compliment. Thank you.
Love,
Cathy
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WOW! I cannot believe that’s real! That lens provides such an intimate degree of exposure, the image is almost pornographic. Hm, no wonder I can’t stop looking at it!
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It is real, V. And it took everything I had in my armory of self restraint to not post an emotipro. I want you to know that I did it for you…
Cathy
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As the Dave Clark Five would sing, Cathy, that show of restraint makes me feel “Glad All Over”.
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Okay, so now I am laughing out loud and not posting an acronym. Aren’t you impressed?
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Yes, I have that kind of affect on people.
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(Purses lips in a downward expression, except the corners of mouth are turned up…)
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(In New York City, trips over banana peel.)
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That’s an entirely different issue…And I’m sorry, but I would do a serious belly-laugh over that.
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It was an intentional pratfall for full-on comic effect.
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It worked!
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Now I will bid you a fond adieu stepping out the door doing the Groucho duck walk backward, but in reality that’s my actual walk because I just happen to be short of stature and long on back stiffness.
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🙂 Please don’t hate me…
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How could I ever hate you, Mrs. Claypool? If I hugged you any tighter, I’d be behind you!
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Give!
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Life is in the details, and yours are lovely! 🙂
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Thank you, Jennifer. I so love the details, especially when playing in my studio with an amazing macro lens and beautiful flowers. What’s so interesting about this protea is that I didn’t even realize that those cute tiny yellow flowers were there until I started photographing them!
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Oh beautiful protea, macro or micro or wide, I love you.
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Me too! I’m so glad I discovered these! Thanks, Dawn!
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Thank you for sharing the beauty, Cathy!
Russ
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You’re welcome, Russ! And thank you for coming by to take a look!
Cathy
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A lovely photo as usual I am glad you found your perfect camera; for it gave us all these bueatiful images.
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I’m glad I found it, too, Athena. It is such a pleasure. And thank you!
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Your flower photo reminds me of a Georgia O’Keefe painting. It’s SO beautiful!
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Mary,
I’m a few days late getting back to you. So sorry! I always so appreciate your taking the time to come by and comment. I’m a big fan of Georgia O’Keefe’s work and I think she has inspired me in many ways. It’s wonderful to be able to capture these images. Thank you! Hope you’re having a lovely weekend. It’s finally warmer here and the sun is shining!
Cathy
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wow….what beautiful detail…amazing 🙂
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I have a great Macro lens, Naresh – A Tokina 100 mm for my Nikon D600. I’ve been having a lot of fun with it!
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Oh! Thats a great camera and a cool lens….Its very good that you are challenging yourself with it. Often people get fancy stuff to show off….Its good to see you make a good use of it 🙂 Cool 🙂
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Thank you! It has taken my skill to a whole new level! I’m excited because I’m taking a weekend class in a couple of weeks to continue the journey. I can’t wait! 🙂
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Thats awesome…Its the passion which drives 🙂 Great job….Looking forward to see some great pictures from your end 🙂 Cheers!!!!
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Me, you too!
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