Four Simple Tips for Photographing Flowers

Flowers are a proud assertion that a ray of beauty out values all the utilities of the world.

—Ralph Waldo Emerson

#1: Get In Close and Pay Attention to the Light

For me, it's all about composition and how I see my subject(s) as I take the picture.  I, also, always consider the lighting source.

In this picture it's coming through my kitchen window blinds, but I think it adds character.

#2: Embrace the Blur

You wouldn't think ...

that an out-of-focus shot would be so appealing.  I, however, opted to shoot this one in manual focus, making it blurry, on purpose.

Why did I do it?

For that interestingness factor, of course.

#3 Always Consider Monochrome as an Option

Often times we see photographs of flowers in such vibrant color.  I lean towards  monochrome in my photography; I just love it so.   So, I usually process a picture in black-and-white to get a feel for it. 

Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.

You really never know until you try, and you've got nothing to lose; only an awesome photo to gain!

#4 Remember Weeds are Flowers, Too

Don't be so quick to dismiss the beauty of all nature, including weeds.  I find the most fantastic, natural subjects in the weeds on our hill.  It's amazing to me that [we] are so quick to get rid of them.

Me though?  I'm all for equal opportunity.

This is, after all, God's green earth.

All Images Copyright © 2009 Mishelle Lane Photography

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