Water Drop Macro

[neevosh]

I saw someone else post pictures of water drops using the D40 with the kit lens and thought I'd try it myself. I'm really surprised at how well the lens works for macro photography. I filled a glass of water to the top, placed it in a well lit area, and shot away at 1/500 shutter speed using the flash. Placed the camera on a tripod. I used different colored papers for the background and red food coloring. I'm really pleased at how these turned out.

[wulf]

I particularly like the second one - the change of viewing angle adds a lot of interest.

Good work.

Wulf

[matthewchj]

Yeah, the second one is lovely.

[Saralonde]

#2 with the different perspective works well. Nicely done!

[neevosh]

Thank you for your comments.

[windrider86]

Nice j ob. I too have done this on numerous occasions. Most dont turn out but the ones that do are well worth the effort. I liked your idea of food coloring. Giving me new ideas!

[peeperita]

i've never tried this kind of shot before...but, after viewing yours, i wanna try.....

i have nothing to offer by way of critique other than my untrained eye is happy all the way around.....#2 is excellent with it's perpective and clarity....

thanks

peeper

[Shewolfe]

Wonderful shots.
I also like the second one.

[Klaidas]

*adds "Waterdrops" to the list of photos to be taken* :]