259 days into my year long making of a daily still life. Poverty brome is a grass that gets its common name from it is considered a poor food for livestock and is only used if no other options are available.
Hi Andrew I would like you to try using light painting , ie shooting in the dark with a long exposure, using a torch to 'paint'your subject with light . extra points if you get a light trail in your photo !
lots of ideas out there if you google , but here is an example or two .
https://www.ephotozine.com/article/quick-still-life-light-painting-tips-15849
https://www.institute-of-photography.com/february-2021-february-2021-still-life-light-trails/
https://www.institute-of-photography.com/still-life-trails/