An unusual flower

[RustySterling]

Playing around in the home studio again. I have thought about shooting bananas for awhile. Found this vase under the counter and decided it provided a nice color contrast. I'd appreciate your comments. I used the Westcott Spiderlites (TD5 and TD3)

EXIF on the first image:

Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.067 sec (1/15)
Aperture: f/8.0
Focal Length: 100 mm
Exposure: 0.00
ISO Speed: 100
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
Flash: Off



EXIF second Image:

Camera: Canon EOS 40D
Exposure: 0.25 sec (1/4)
Aperture: f/16.0
Focal Length: 100 mm
Exposure: 0.00
ISO Speed: 100
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
Flash: Off, Did not fire

[praline3001]

This is a fun photo! Thanks for the smile on a rainy afternoon.

[RustySterling]

Thanks praline. Doesn't it look like the banana has a face?

[praline3001]

Originally Posted by RustySterling

Thanks praline. Doesn't it look like the banana has a face?

It does!!!!! It is for sure a *feel good* photo. There are so many floral in vase photos ~ this one sticks out among the millions of roses

[beachcomber]

Very clever Rusty, excellent work, they are both a great fun shots, as well as being great pictures

beachcomber

[RustySterling]

Thank you both for those kinds words. It was fun and I was looking for something a bit unusual. There was just something about a banana that was calling me to shoot it. Finding the vase was an added plus.

[private]

What a clever idea - the second one is sort of...ummm, phalic. My English teacher would be very proud, seeing that stuff is everyday images. The colors are amazing BTW.

[pjflan7]

Very creative and I think that they turned out quite well

[fozzeee]

Clever idea, and really nice results. I guess you have a special background setup to get that pure white background, and good lighting (the Westcott's). Do you have a photo of your studio/setup, or is that trade secret material? !

[lindyannajones]

It does seem to have a face and an expression that might be a response to the mention of Banana Nut Bread. It's has a "Yikes" quality to it. You are so darned clever. This just makes me smile!