Drop falling from tap (B&W)

[ronald.be]

Saw a similar picture on Flickr. Let's call it attempt 1.
Still not happy with the result

[SoxAddict]

Great job! I love the B&W and the first one is my favorite, I love the angle you've captured the tap at. I also especially love the depth of field you've used, it works great.

[equilution]

Welcome to DPS, Ronald. Not sure why you're not happy with them! They look great. The b/w works well here. I really like the first one, though. Great DOF. Polishing up the metal would really make that shot POP!! Can't wait to see more of your b/w work. TFS

[ronald.be]

Thanks for the nice comments.

Originally Posted by equilution

Welcome to DPS, Ronald. Not sure why you're not happy with them!

Well, I'm a bit frustrated with the (lack of) sharpness in the drop. I'd like it to be crystal clear with a nice reflection. I'm not sure if this is possible by using a single flash and a sync speed of 1/200.

Originally Posted by equilution

Polishing up the metal would really make that shot POP!!

You would polish it up? Hmm, I wanted to try the old, dirty look. Never thought of cleaning the tap. I will definitely try it!

[Narginia]

I love the black and white! The depth of field gives it a dramatic look to me. They are great shots!

[jack russell]

very interesting .. nice!

[alex3410]

well done they looks really good, i like them both but 1st is best imo

could try doing 2nd one again but have the tap on left hand side leaning toward right (like the first one)

[ronald.be]

Originally Posted by alex3410

could try doing 2nd one again but have the tap on left hand side leaning toward right (like the first one)

Will do! Already planned on doing the last again. It needs a little bit more space imo.
Thanks for the comments all!