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30-JUN-2005

6/30/05 - Water Lily

Without the Gitzo 2220 tripod's flexibility, this shot would have been nearly impossible. The flower was in the water at the base of a 6-foot high pile of large bolders. The tripod and I were spreadeagled every which way - including one leg each in the water. I had visions of dumping expensive camera gear & myself into the drink. All's well that ends well.
Certainly found a pristine speciman with this one. This off centered sunburst with flowers is getting to be my signature composition - I like it and it avoids the static centered options.

Nikon D70 ,105 Nikkor (1:1) plus 1.4x TC
1/25s f/16.0 at 105.0mm iso200 full exif

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Steven Jusczyk01-Jul-2005 06:59
It really makes the image explode across the image. Very effective and beautiful.
Jeffery Stahlman01-Jul-2005 01:59
very nicely captured
beverley harrison30-Jun-2005 21:27
very nice!
Guest 30-Jun-2005 19:43
Beautiful shot - delicate, with great detail. Worth the wet feet !!!
Guest 30-Jun-2005 19:30
Very beautiful!
Guest 30-Jun-2005 16:19
Beautiful capture and excellent composition...very well done!
Guest 30-Jun-2005 15:38
Very nicely composed!
Herb 30-Jun-2005 15:25
WELL DONE