My first attempt on Macro

[vandcooler]

Please feel free to comment.
Do I miss out anything important for a macro shot??

[jiminyClickit]

vandcooler,

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Which one would you want critique on?

[vandcooler]

Originally Posted by jiminyClickit

vandcooler,

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Which one would you want critique on?

I had repost it with the one.
Thanks for remind

[clockdoc]

Nice, balanced composition with some vibrant color. Appears a bit underexposed and while the colors create tonal separation, I suspect the lighting is a bit on the 'flat' side. How was this illuminated for the shot? Can you share how this was shot (lens, aperture, ISO, lighting)?

[vandcooler]

Below is my setting for this shot Exposure:	0.003 sec (1/320)
Aperture:	f/6.3
Focal Length:	55 mm
ISO Speed:	200
Exposure Bias:	-2/3 EV

[jiminyClickit]

vandcooler,

This is a good one. As you practice, you may find that after a while, the black background is less inviting than a slightly colored one will be. Often it's just where you view the subject from, and using a slightly larger apeture. Or go low and get all blue sky behind. You are doing well so far.

[sgrbear724]

It always freaks me out when people critique things like this. I think this is a just perfect. Stunning. Can't believe it is your first attempt at macro!

Makes me scared to post ANY of my photos! Maybe that's why I don't! :-)

Good job!

[Thunderpup]

I love it....my only critique is focus, but I love it. Staggeringly beeutiful image. Be proud.

[rehan]

Excellent photo! maybe if you can clone out f2 green spots and few other spots, it will resolve everything. is really a neat shot. i like it!

[jiminyClickit]

sgrbear724,

You can only grow through Critique. If your photo is not seen, it can't be appreciated, either. You are probably better than you realize. But it does involve risk.