The archives for July 2010

1. 

   Hoverfly

   In this natural history shot I made a conscious effort to concentrate on the composition as well as the sharpness of the subject.

   • 25^th Jul 2010
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2. 

   Shades of green

   A limited range of colours can make a photo feel quite subdued, but, that is something that a photo sometimes needs.

   • 21^st Jul 2010
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3. 

   The Fly – 2

   A step closer to getting a good picture of a fly, but there is still room for improvement.

   • 13^th Jul 2010
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4. 

   Parsley

   Trying to take pictures of things that you see every day is something I enjoy, but something of a challenge. Today I decided to look for shape and texture in the garden where I would normally be looking for colour (and insects!)

   • 10^th Jul 2010
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5. 

   The best laid plans

   I set out with a vague picture in my mind of the photograph I wanted to capture. Unfortunately, mainly through circumstances beyond my control, it didn’t come off and the pictures were not very good. Who knows whether I would have been able to translate my imagination onto the sensor – but there is always next time.

   • 6^th Jul 2010
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6. 

   Colours

   If you take a shot that can, with hindsight, be improved, don’t be afraid to go back. If your photography skills are improving then so will the photograph.

   • 1^st Jul 2010
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