Weekly challenge 1/18 - 1/24 We haven't had a macro challenge in a while!

[johngpt]

pointy-haired boss

To test the Helios extension tube combination I used the Dilbert cartoon from yesterday's Sunday comics...

 

[gk fotografie]

A not entirely successful, handheld, macro of a small orchid flower, then edited with a "fractal" plug-in. Of course not recognizable as such, but at least it's blue!

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[jcdeboever]

Something old... 1963. This thing was in used in the Vietnam war. Beat up but still works like a fine watch.

 

[jcdeboever]

I know I should clean it up but I try not to disturb it to much. I'm the same age and I like to be dirty.

 

[jcdeboever]

This is my baby, a 2019 Sover Wong serviced, Nikon F2. 1972. This tank is a joy to shoot, precision clock work.

 

[viathelens]

For this week's challenge, post a macro (or close up photo if you don't have a macro lens) of something old or something blue or both! If you haven't yet tried macro, get ready to get hooked. There are many options for macro equipment - macro lenses, extension tubes, macro lens filters, reverse lenses or a combination of these.

As always, new photos only please for the weekly challenge.

The Comprehensive Guide To Macro Photography - DIY Photography

https://www.adorama.com/alc/top-10-macro-photography-tips

Macro Photography for Beginners - Part 1

 

[viathelens]

An old camera from my collection.

 

[DanOstergren]

A recent macro shot I took of a model. A 25 year old is old to a kid, right?

 

[johngpt]

juniper seed pods

Still playing with the Helios and the extension tube.

 

[smithdan]

2 cm extension tube and SMC Takumar 100mm f4.

something old and blue
..my wife's grandmother's locket.

..and on the back, a little frame for perhaps a picture or most likely a lock of hair

 

[johngpt]

Made myself a cup of mac and cheese today and noticed...

cuppa mac and cheese

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[photoflyer]

I know I should clean it up but I try not to disturb it to much. I'm the same age and I like to be dirty.

True. If we've learned on thing from "Antique Roadshow" it is don't clean anything old. Or at least, don't clean it yourself.

 

[smithdan]

....not old, just blue.
must learn how to light jewelry and watches better

 

[Soocom1]

....not old, just blue.
must learn how to light jewelry and watches better
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There are many multiple books on that. The real trick is indirect white light.

 

[johngpt]

....not old, just blue.
must learn how to light jewelry and watches better
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You can build a DIY light tent or find one on eBay. Then set up your lights outside it. There are neutral white lights available. The light tent diffuses the light to reduce glare. After test shots you might need dark cards or boards (flags I think they're called) in areas to really reduce hot spots.