Maximizing a non macro lense

[jherman]

How to get the closest shots, with good dof and high definition. Thoughts?

[gidikh]

If a true macro lens is out of your budget, try a Macro filter kit
example:
Amazon.com: 52mm Close-Up Macro Lens 4 Filter Kit Set +1+2+4+10 NEW!: Electronics

[Altair]

nice photo, like the dof, love ur Carroll Creek too. heard bout these filters too, but probably gonna try and save money for a macro

[jherman]

Thanks for ++ feedback. Gonna save, kinda a purist, don't like to touch up too much either. Only changed frame in Photoshop Elements on the worm one.

[jiminyClickit]

Hi, jherman

If you look over the posts in Critique, compared to those here in Macro Photography, you can see how yours is better suited here. Lots of sections, I know, can get a little confusing. Not to worry, we'll shift things around if it helps to get your answers.

For a low-budget solution to your question, you can DIY a magnifying glass and flash to get shots like these:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3021/...1e7cc0dd_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3269/...14751334_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3080/...8963c74e_o.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3213/...33688398_o.jpg