Nature The Best of "My Foliage Photos." Vol.#1

The Best of "My Foliage Photos." Vol.#1 · **4 Likes**

I've found that when photographing flowers, often the foliage around them are as interesting as the flowers themselves. Thanks for viewing.

maw · 07-03-2018, 12:12 PM

Originally posted by Dewman

I've found that when photographing flowers, often the foliage around them are as interesting as the flowers themselves. Thanks for viewing.

Hi Dewman,

Beautiful compositions, in some I perceive that you have used flash, I think, but the variety of colors is very good,

Many congratulations, Mario

Dewman · 07-03-2018, 12:17 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by maw

Hi Dewman,

Beautiful compositions, in some I perceive that you have used flash, I think, but the variety of colors is very good,

Many congratulations, Mario

FLASH? NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I detest using flash for anything other than Thanksgiving and Christmas festivities!

I can guarantee you that EVERY SINGLE IMAGE was nothing but available, NATURAL light!

maw · 07-03-2018, 12:31 PM

Originally posted by Dewman

FLASH? NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I detest using flash for anything

But sometimes and in many contexts it is essential to shape what sunlight cannot always do.

**ToddK** · 07-03-2018, 12:34 PM

The colors and textures in these photos are outstanding! Thanks for sharing them.

Dewman · 07-03-2018, 12:52 PM

Originally posted by maw

But sometimes and in many contexts it is essential to shape what sunlight cannot always do.

If natural light won't provide the effect I want, then I won't photograph it! It's as simple as that! But, that's just me. Opinions vary.

**PJ1** · 07-03-2018, 03:13 PM

Nice set, Dewey. I particularly like the fifth and seventh (the thistles). You give me hope as an available light shooter.

Dewman · 07-03-2018, 04:23 PM

Originally posted by PJ1

Nice set, Dewey. I particularly like the fifth and seventh (the thistles). You give me hope as an available light shooter.

Thanks for the kind words, Peter. I've found that the time of day and the background are two of the most important variables in a photograph. Flash always tends (at least for me) to degrade a great deal of the texture of the subject. Again, that's just my approach. I'm sure there are other methods that will also produce great results.

**DW58** · 07-03-2018, 09:23 PM

Have been following your "Best of" series. You've got a nice portfolio Mr. Dewman. I'm hoping good things come your way and before long you will be posting images from new adventures. Keep your chin up and take care.

Dewman · 07-04-2018, 04:06 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by DW58

Have been following your "Best of" series. You've got a nice portfolio Mr. Dewman. I'm hoping good things come your way and before long you will be posting images from new adventures. Keep your chin up and take care.

Thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement, Dave. I'm doing my best to overcome the health issues that confront me. Some times, I feel overwhelmed, but I'm pretty stubborn and don't give in easily. I miss being able to get out and about, especially with the beautiful weather we're having this time of year in Idaho.

I appreciate the fact that you've been following my "Best of" posts. I means more than you know. Participating in The Pentax Forum has become an important part of my rehabilitation.

**tonezime** · 07-04-2018, 06:13 AM

The oblique light in the last one is fantastic. I love the texture it reveals in the leaves.

gmans · 07-14-2018, 08:30 AM

Originally posted by Dewman

I've found that when photographing flowers, often the foliage around them are as interesting as the flowers themselves. Thanks for viewing.

Great series and lovely the colourful. Top the best photos and thank you.

Cheers

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maw Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Sassari (Italy) Posts: 1,118	Originally posted by Dewman I've found that when photographing flowers, often the foliage around them are as interesting as the flowers themselves. Thanks for viewing. Hi Dewman, Beautiful compositions, in some I perceive that you have used flash, I think, but the variety of colors is very good, Many congratulations, Mario

07-03-2018, 12:17 PM - 1 Like	#3
Dewman Veteran Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 5,492 Original Poster	Originally posted by maw Hi Dewman, Beautiful compositions, in some I perceive that you have used flash, I think, but the variety of colors is very good, Many congratulations, Mario FLASH? NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I detest using flash for anything other than Thanksgiving and Christmas festivities! I can guarantee you that EVERY SINGLE IMAGE was nothing but available, NATURAL light!

07-03-2018, 12:31 PM	#4
maw Pentaxian Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Sassari (Italy) Posts: 1,118	Originally posted by Dewman FLASH? NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I detest using flash for anything But sometimes and in many contexts it is essential to shape what sunlight cannot always do.

07-03-2018, 12:34 PM	#5
ToddK Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Texas Hill Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,532	The colors and textures in these photos are outstanding! Thanks for sharing them.

07-03-2018, 12:52 PM	#6
Dewman Veteran Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 5,492 Original Poster	Originally posted by maw But sometimes and in many contexts it is essential to shape what sunlight cannot always do. If natural light won't provide the effect I want, then I won't photograph it! It's as simple as that! But, that's just me. Opinions vary.

07-03-2018, 03:13 PM	#7
PJ1 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Toowoomba, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 5,484	Nice set, Dewey. I particularly like the fifth and seventh (the thistles). You give me hope as an available light shooter.

07-03-2018, 04:23 PM	#8
Dewman Veteran Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 5,492 Original Poster	Originally posted by PJ1 Nice set, Dewey. I particularly like the fifth and seventh (the thistles). You give me hope as an available light shooter. Thanks for the kind words, Peter. I've found that the time of day and the background are two of the most important variables in a photograph. Flash always tends (at least for me) to degrade a great deal of the texture of the subject. Again, that's just my approach. I'm sure there are other methods that will also produce great results.

07-03-2018, 09:23 PM	#9
DW58 Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Rural Oregon Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,062	Have been following your "Best of" series. You've got a nice portfolio Mr. Dewman. I'm hoping good things come your way and before long you will be posting images from new adventures. Keep your chin up and take care.

07-04-2018, 04:06 AM - 1 Like	#10
Dewman Veteran Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Idaho Posts: 5,492 Original Poster	Originally posted by DW58 Have been following your "Best of" series. You've got a nice portfolio Mr. Dewman. I'm hoping good things come your way and before long you will be posting images from new adventures. Keep your chin up and take care. Thanks so much for the kind words of encouragement, Dave. I'm doing my best to overcome the health issues that confront me. Some times, I feel overwhelmed, but I'm pretty stubborn and don't give in easily. I miss being able to get out and about, especially with the beautiful weather we're having this time of year in Idaho. I appreciate the fact that you've been following my "Best of" posts. I means more than you know. Participating in The Pentax Forum has become an important part of my rehabilitation.

07-04-2018, 06:13 AM	#11
tonezime Site Supporter Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 445	The oblique light in the last one is fantastic. I love the texture it reveals in the leaves.

07-14-2018, 08:30 AM	#12
gmans Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Hunter Valley,NSW, Australia Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 2,466	Originally posted by Dewman I've found that when photographing flowers, often the foliage around them are as interesting as the flowers themselves. Thanks for viewing. Great series and lovely the colourful. Top the best photos and thank you. Cheers