This snowflake was part of the same photoshoot as the one I posted Monday (one of the 3 out of 200 that had any promise). I had to crop quite a bit and liked the way it turned out. My husband's furry hat (used as prop and returned before he noticed it was gone) is the base with the macro lens making it look more like grasslands.
what a contrast of the sharp snowflake with grass that looks so soft. It's a class called "leadership and ethics," in answer to your question. I'm sure its contents will reappear in my project.
@pamknowler Thanks Pam! I took the hat out with me -- just was grabbing a few black things for snow to land on (hat, cloth). I almost deleted this one as it was small, even with the macro and it was overexposed. But when I adjusted for light and cropped, it turned into my favorite one!
jdM shared a link to this photographer - this is also on his Vimeo page and when I was watching it I thought of you - think you'll like it. https://vimeo.com/42935136
@jocasta Thanks for bringing it to my attention, Jocasta -- those are amazing architectural photos!! They all have a sort of magical look to them as processed.
Wonderful background. So resourceful and inventive of you. I also like this better than the other. Joining the hoards of people putting it into their favorites.
@falcon11 I haven't had my camera in hand til tonight since the snowfall. Life manages to get in the way sometimes, doesn't it? The joy of Year 4 is I've decided it's okay...just do what we can. Thanks for the visit and comment.
@frankhymus Thanks Frank! Given how quickly they melt or blow away, I've not figured out how you could use a tripod, much less refocus for focus stacking. I guess if it is a very still and very cold day, the snowflake may 'behave' better and sit still for its portrait!
And it looks great in black and white.