Digital Camera World

Flower power

Discover three great ways to keep it simple and breathe new life into your floral shots

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The middle of spring can see the garden as a riot of colour, shape and textures, because the growing season is in full swing. It’s also rich pickings for photograph­ers, with some of the most evocative and interestin­g subjects right on our doorstep. From the structural shapes of architectu­ral plants to the brilliant and vibrant colours of bee-attractors, there can almost be too much to shoot!

Try to simplify what’s in front of you, considerin­g background­s and interestin­g colour combinatio­ns. Whether you choose to shoot detail with a macro lens or single out prize specimens with a telephoto, the power of flowers can breathe some rich and rewarding life into your photograph­y.

 ??  ?? A fast telephoto lens such as a 300mm f/2.8 creates a beautiful diffusion in the background when used at its maximum aperture.
A fast telephoto lens such as a 300mm f/2.8 creates a beautiful diffusion in the background when used at its maximum aperture.
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