"ES" Emblematic Shell | Macro Photography Session - Technical Descr...

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The photograph features an emblematic shell, associated with the paths of Santiago de Compostela, captured in exquisite detail using macro photography. The blurred, diffuse background, in neutral and muted tones, creates a soft, discreet atmosphere that highlights the shape and texture of the central object.

The shell's surface reveals a robust structure, marked by radial lines extending from the center and giving visual rhythm to the composition. The texture is rich and irregular, conveying the sensation of resistance accumulated over time and suggesting the natural hardness of the material.

The color palette reinforces the piece's expressiveness: discreet grays serve as a base, interspersed with areas of burnt yellow and multiple brownish tones, adding depth and tonal variation. Small orange streaks appear occasionally, creating subtle contrasts and adding dynamism to the ensemble.

The result is a clear and precise image, where macro photography not only highlights the shell's details but also enhances its symbolism, transforming it into an object of aesthetic and cultural contemplation.

Technical Description of Macro Photography Session

Camera Settings

Focus Mode: Manual focus to ensure precision in specific details of structure.
Aperture: Variable aperture between f/4 and f/5 for adequate depth of field, ensuring all important details are in focus.
ISO: Low ISO setting (800) to minimize noise in images.
Shutter Speed: Adjust shutter speed as needed to avoid underexposure, while maintaining a value that allows you to capture sharp details.

Among the numerous techniques available for macro photography, this method is arguably the most cost-effective and efficient for individuals possessing a camera with a removable lens. By simply detaching the lens and reversing its direction, and employing an inversion ring, the process becomes more manageable and streamlined.

Let me share the visual result of this session:

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_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/350 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/300 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/4 | Exposure time: 1/250 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/350 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/300 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/4 | Exposure time: 1/250 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/300 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/350 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/4 | Exposure time: 1/250 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

_{F-stop: F/5 | Exposure time: 1/300 sec. | ISO speed: ISO 800}

Procedures

Environment Preparation:
Assembling the macro photography set in a controlled environment, minimizing the presence of dust and ensuring a clean and white surface for positioning the subject.
Section Positioning:
Placing the subject in position that highlight the unique characteristics, using appropriate supports to keep the example stable.
Lighting Adjustment:
Setting the LED lights to provide uniform illumination, adjusting the intensity and angle of the lights to eliminate unwanted shadows.
Image Capture:
Taking multiple shots with variations in aperture settings, shutter speed and capture angle, exploring different perspectives and compositions.
Image Review:
Immediate analysis of images captured on the camera's viewfinder to ensure that all desired details were captured sharply and clearly.
Post-Production Editing:
Importing images into editing software (Adobe Photoshop CS) to adjust brightness, contrast, sharpness and remove any imperfections.

To finish, i leave you with some considerations regarding these photo sessions:

Exploring small-scale subjects through macro photography opens a fascinating realm where the tiniest details take on remarkable significance. By delving into the fine structures of these miniature forms, one begins to uncover a kind of beauty that often escapes casual observation. Each photograph becomes a record of a transient instant, revealing the intricate complexity concealed within nature’s smallest elements. What defines macro photography is precisely this capacity to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary, presenting an intimate perspective that both engages and captivates the viewer.

The session is closed for today.
Hope you like it :)