New Macro pictures in my Gallery

[hfgerena]

Hello everybody; :)

I have some new pictures on my gallery, they are the result of my new lens, a Canon f/2.8 100mm USM Macro, this is a whole new experience for me, I shot before with the Close-Up lens by Canon (500D) attached to my Sony H1, but this is completely different, now I understand the difference between Close-Up and real Macro shooting in a life size 1:1.

Please be a critic and tell me what do you think, I still need a lot of practice and patience, I was really frustrated with the first few shots (they are not included), I was not able to focus anything, but after some research and reading a few threads and suggestions in other forums I start to feel a little bit more confidence. Again, please tell me what you think and if you have experience with macro photography or with this lens tell me what I'm doing wrong.

[peaches]

They are all very pretty but your main image is wonderful.
suzi

[ladybug]

I to like them all. What kind of flower is the first one i like the suble colors.

[ronstelzy]

I think the blue flower shots in your gallery are stunning, especially the soft focus side view. Here's some macro tips that may help-
Use a tripod on unmoving subjects to really nail the shot.
Depth of field is critical; decide how much of the flower you want sharp. Go for a little more sharpness when you shoot; you can always blur out areas later with PSE.
If your camera has a depth of field preview button, use it.
Get a right angle finder for your camera; makes objects near the ground much easier to shoot.
Experiment, experiment & experiment.

[Byron Gale]

H.F.,

I had been considering getting a similar lens - now, seeing what you are doing with yours, I am really anxious to get one!

I like how you always shoot your subject to include portions that are out of focus, in addition to the target area... the depth it adds to the image is something I really enjoy.

The little insect on a couple of your images must be almost microscopic!!

Byron

[PegPowell]

Those are so artistic.

[hfgerena]

Thanks so much for your comments and specially for the tips all of them are priceless.

[hfgerena]

Hello Byron, thanks I'm gald you likes them, yes those little fellows are ants, they are very, very small.

[lisabee]

They are absolutely beautiful - I was going to start a thread and then saw you already did that.
Congratulations on such great shots :)

Lisa

[jo]

Your pictures are wonderful, Hector! Your main image is so striking.

That's a nice lens, but your eye is what makes the difference. Your photos are always a treat to look at.

[kevq]

Hector,
yet again a stunning collection.
Kev.

[John L Gray]

Hector,

Amazing images in your gallery. The closeups of the images are excellent. Great job.

John

[nkeevers]

Hector, those are amazing closeups! Great job! I don't have a macro lens for my Canon but I am definitely going to start saving now!

[photoshopsusieq]

Hector,

¡Sus fotos macro son muy hermosas! (Translation: Your macro photos are very beautiful!) Hope I got it right!

It looks like you are having a lot of fun with this type of shot. I especially love the pink rose (http://www.photoshopelementsuser.com/gallery/view_img.php?id=23773).

[Nanny Sue]

Loved your Puppy love Photo Suzi

[smiles]

Absolutely Stunning Hector!!!

[TexasRose]

Hector,

Your blue flower main image is so lovely! I love the lines of it. Just so graceful. I'd sure hang that one on my wall. Thanks for sharing.

[westiemom]

Wonderful photos, especially your main image. That lens is on my wish list.

Anita