Since super macro lens is so expensive and we can’t afford it, hubby and I experimented a do-it-yourself super macro. We used an extension tube and 18-55 kit lens and set the camera and lens in manual mode.
My husband picked a branch of flowers outside our apartment and we did a series of experiments. This one is the best we got so far.
I handled the camera while hubby illuminated the object using an LED flashlight.
And this is the actual object, the macro shot was the yellow capsules/fruit of this nameless flower (sorry wasn't able to do my flower name research).
More Macro Monday HERE
and an entry for Mellow Yellow Monday.
great idea, thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteExtension tubes are a tried and true method for macro photography and cheap too. I like the abstract look of the first. You want to get a good tripod too. Best tool for macro. Thanks for your visit.
ReplyDeleteVery good shot!
ReplyDeleteNot too bad at all. Crazy how simple means can work so well.
ReplyDeleteNice idea sissy. Your shots are not bad at all, as long as happy ka sa ginawa mo and sa kinalabasan nito. The most important things are your feelings, emotions and patience while taking these photos.
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day ahead.
my mellow yellow post is here:
www.misalyn.blogspot.com
Hindi ko mailagay sa photoblog ko kasi hindi tungkol sa Al Ain eh . hahaha.
Great shot - nice teamwork :)
ReplyDeleteI like the composition of your macro! Makes some interesting shapes!
ReplyDeleteFlower’s golden heart
ReplyDeleteenriches me as I see
its bright treasury.
Enwreathed in yellow!
That first shot it beautiful. And I love that you made a makeshift macro lens. You get points for creativity!
ReplyDeleteIt is pretty shots. Happy MYM!
ReplyDeleteMine is here
You guys worked hard and it paid off. Pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteNice theme up Jan. It turns out really nice photo. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteMacroMonday:Guess what?
I don't know about lenses, but I know what I like, and it looks like you did well ... nice pictures!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like your experiment paid off, very nice indeed. The first shot is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteMy macro is at
The Road to Here
And my MYM is at Through Squirrel Eyes
cool idea, maybe i'll have to try that since i can't afford a macro lense.
ReplyDeletethanks for dropping by.. I really really glad you've visited..
ReplyDeleteExcellent picture!!!!
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great job sis! those are lovely!
ReplyDeleteu may view mine here
Interesting technique. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteLovin' Macro Monday,
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nice macro attempt! been doing macro using the extension tube last week but ended up frustrated. hirap mag-focus!LOL
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