Along with the polarizing filter a used yesterday, I also bought a Macro diopter, called the Raynox DCR-150. It's kind of like a filter as it snaps right on to the front of the lens. It's able to increase the magnification of a standard lens giving it a macro effect. While not as powerful as a true macro lens, it was much cheaper (a standard macro for my camera costs about between 400 to 800 bucks while this was only $70).
As this was my first expedition into the world of macro, I still have a lot to learn. Getting the focus and the depth of field right was the toughest (it's very, very shallow in macro photography); I had to physically move forward and back a few times to get it in focus. After a bit of research...and much trial & error...was able to get a respectable shot of yesterdays marble. I still want get the photos a bit shaper, so more practice I must do :)
@taffy - Thanks so much Taffy, your words really helped boost my confidence in the shot :)
@socalgal - Thanks a bunch Patty, it's a really enjoyable type of photography and it has me looking at everything wondering how it looks at the macro level. I quite enjoy your macro photos too, especially the beautiful flower with the water drops on it :D
@socalgal - Thanks a bunch Patty, it's a really enjoyable type of photography and it has me looking at everything wondering how it looks at the macro level. I quite enjoy your macro photos too, especially the beautiful flower with the water drops on it :D