wireless flash macro

[Kyuss]

Well, I got a SB-800 yesterday and had a chance to go out this morning to test it out.

Its my first flash. I have never really been into flash assisted photography but had to get one ever since I've been doing more and more macro.

So, C&C welcome as well as any other tips, especially any flash tips.

My camera was set on manual ; ISO100, 1/200sec, F22. The flash was on commander mode and the SB800 was handheld.

I think they turned out ok for the first run. Maybe a little too dark for my taste.

Thank you for looking.

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[Overread]

I like this work - overall its very good - love that last headshot and the spider!
One thing though - that the first shot shows well - is that I think you are shooting with the flash naked - you really want to have a diffuser on the flash to break the light up and remove that harsh lighting. Lumiquest make a softbox that is a wonder to use, but for the time being whilst you save and decide takes some white toilet or tissue paper - a good few folds and then hold it infront of the flash - use some elastic bands to hold it to the flash head. Then you can shoot with a cheap diffuser

 

[Kyuss]

I like this work - overall its very good - love that last headshot and the spider!
One thing though - that the first shot shows well - is that I think you are shooting with the flash naked - you really want to have a diffuser on the flash to break the light up and remove that harsh lighting. Lumiquest make a softbox that is a wonder to use, but for the time being whilst you save and decide takes some white toilet or tissue paper - a good few folds and then hold it infront of the flash - use some elastic bands to hold it to the flash head. Then you can shoot with a cheap diffuser

Thanks a lot Overread!
Yeah, I've been looking at that Lumiquest softbox. Right now I am just using the diffuser that came with the flash. I am planning on making my own softbox here real soon.

I went out just a few minutes ago and was able to get these. This guy was real patient with me getting in his face.

I think I am really liking the flash! I am playing around on how I am holding the flash.

Cheers!


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[Overread]

you lucky devil!
they all hate me here and fly away after only a seconds chance! Good shooting

 

[niforpix]

Love number #4 and 5 in the first series, and the last one in the 2nd series

Great shots!

 

[250Gimp]

Nice shots!!

I really like #5 in the first set!

 

[mimstrel]

Wow!