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Two pictures of frost on a window- I couldn’t decide which image I liked more so I’m posting both and also adding my first poll (see below).
The first one is a closeup with automatic focus:
The second is a macro shot with manual focus:
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Although I like the glassy, crystal structures in the macro shot, the fern-like elements of the close-up shot seem to capture the essence of frost a little better for me.
January 23, 2013 at 12:10 PM
Thanks for your input, Mike!
I think I agree with you.
January 23, 2013 at 12:38 PM
Wow, this is stunning. The close-up could be your 2013 Christmas card – this is really beautiful. Wonderful work in capturing this photograph.
January 23, 2013 at 12:48 PM
Thanks so much, Mary!
Very kind!
January 23, 2013 at 12:55 PM
The second, of course. It reminds me of the structure of fractals. It’s fantastic
January 23, 2013 at 1:10 PM
Thanks so much, Giuseppe!
January 23, 2013 at 1:19 PM
Beautiful shots! I love both ! ❤❤❤
January 23, 2013 at 2:35 PM
Thanks so much, Violet! You’re so kind!!
January 23, 2013 at 5:28 PM
I think the background that you see in the first shot adds depth and color that makes the shot more interesting overall.
January 23, 2013 at 2:48 PM
Thanks for your input, Janet!
I appreciate it!
January 23, 2013 at 5:29 PM
Both images are great but the first one is my favorite!
January 23, 2013 at 3:02 PM
Thanks so much, Niki! Very kind!
January 23, 2013 at 5:30 PM
These are lovely. i voted for your macro shot. I would have voted for the closeup if it had darker background toward the center of the frame.
The closeup’s actual ice gives a dreamy quality that is wonderful.
January 23, 2013 at 3:20 PM
Thanks so much for taking your time to vote and comment, I appreciate it!
And you’re right, the closeup would’ve been better with a darker background, I should’ve waited until later in the day instead of taking it against the sun.
January 23, 2013 at 5:31 PM
Ahh, I can’t decide – they are both stunning in their own way – beautiful!
January 23, 2013 at 4:55 PM
Thanks so much, Heather!
I appreciate it!
January 23, 2013 at 5:32 PM
First shot is really amazing!!! Wonderful shots!!!
January 23, 2013 at 5:36 PM
Thanks a lot, Rexlin! I appreciate it!
January 23, 2013 at 5:48 PM
I guess I voted for the more popular first one. I like the frost structure better in that one.
January 23, 2013 at 6:00 PM
Thanks for your input, Lyle!
I appreciate it!
January 23, 2013 at 8:05 PM
i love these beautiful photos !
January 23, 2013 at 6:35 PM
Thanks so much Guillaume!
January 23, 2013 at 8:05 PM
I like the clarity of the second (the little fractals), but the first one has more of a ‘winter atmosphere’ to it. a bit darker, maybe, and it would have been perfect – but it’s great anyways.
January 23, 2013 at 8:24 PM
Thanks so much, Eva! I agree, the background should’ve been darker! Thanks for your input
January 23, 2013 at 8:27 PM
Beautiful. I like the macro shot. It stands out against the background
January 23, 2013 at 8:58 PM
Thanks so much!
January 24, 2013 at 3:56 PM
I believe a third choice is missing — “Both”. I like both photos.
Seriously.
January 23, 2013 at 10:32 PM
You’re so kind!
Thanks a lot!
January 24, 2013 at 3:58 PM
So beautiful, so pure and angelic
January 23, 2013 at 11:16 PM
Thanks so much!
I appreciate your comment!
January 24, 2013 at 3:59 PM
You are most welcome; keep on taking beautiful photographs; your work is beautiful in this category.
God bless
January 24, 2013 at 9:05 PM
You’re very kind!
thanks again.
January 25, 2013 at 5:03 PM
I love how they are the same subject but look so different because of the way you photographed them. Awesome!
January 23, 2013 at 11:17 PM
Thanks so much, Dolce Mela! I was a bit surprised too, they came out completely different..
January 24, 2013 at 4:00 PM
I love how lacy and fern-like the first one is! I’ll trade you some fog for some of your frost?
Blessings Calee ~ Wendy
January 23, 2013 at 11:25 PM
I love fog! It adds beauty and mystery, especially in the forest!
Happy to trade, dear friend!
January 24, 2013 at 4:01 PM
You’ve just inspired me to take some more pictures of it…
January 24, 2013 at 11:28 PM
I look forward to see them!!
January 25, 2013 at 5:07 PM
Most pro photographers went for the macro. Of course technically it is what it is- dull, dull, dull. I am being honest, Calee. The close-up is visually more appealing. I think some pros liked the 2nd one because it is manual focus and a full blown macro. Auto focus has a plus side, in my humble opinion.
January 24, 2013 at 7:29 AM
After 30 votes, 77% has chosen #1. I guess it depends on your taste, there’s no right or wrong here. I wish #1 would’ve had a darker background and #2 more “star-like” patterns.. For almost every picture I take I have the feeling that the picture could’ve been better! Anyway, thanks Yvonne for your input, I appreciate you a lot!
January 24, 2013 at 4:07 PM
Tough decision…they were both great ~ Blessings, Patty
January 24, 2013 at 9:02 PM
Thanks so much, Patty! Very kind!
January 25, 2013 at 5:02 PM
Wow, fantastic stuff!
January 24, 2013 at 10:31 PM
Thanks Natasha!
January 25, 2013 at 5:05 PM
Both of these are special in their own way. The colors in the first one are so intriguing, but the detail on the second one is fantastic ! Love your voting, isn’t it great to get feedback from others?
January 26, 2013 at 12:06 AM
Thanks so much, Emily! The voting was fun, I might do it again
January 26, 2013 at 8:33 AM
This is so beautiful ! Frost makes wonderful photos. I really love the first one
January 26, 2013 at 1:35 AM
Thank you so much! I appreciate it!
January 26, 2013 at 8:35 AM
Saw many macro shots of similar object. But the closeup is something new to me. Si this is what frost looks like (being in the tropical country, hehe) from a normal view. Thanx for sharing the beautiful images!
January 26, 2013 at 1:46 AM
Thanks so much, Ranan!
January 26, 2013 at 8:35 AM
These are amazing!
January 27, 2013 at 1:52 AM
Thanks so much!
January 27, 2013 at 11:47 AM
Beautiful shots.
February 12, 2013 at 7:14 PM
Thanks so much!
February 12, 2013 at 7:27 PM