First time shooting close up.

[sambrody44]

Well what do you think? C&C appreciated.

 

[Pirata]

The purple flower looks a little off, specifically the center of the pic. The rest of the pics look great.

 

[photo28]

Very good for first time. They are a little out of focus but you will learn over time and from your mistakes.
#3 is the best, nicely composed and focused. You might want to crop a tiny bit on the left (just a tiny bit, maybe an inch!) other wise very good.

 

[sambrody44]

Can someone explain to me the point of cropping please?

 

[mack1time]

Cropping can help you compose your subject better by enlarging it and cutting away unneeded distractions

 

[sambrody44]

What would I crop in the third image to achieve that?