Picture of the day - March 2, 2009

Dandelion Macro

Photo courtesy of Radim Pechan.         (Click on the photo for a larger view) In the hands of a skilled photographer, a macro lens can open up a whole new world of amazing detail in things that we have been looking at all of our lives. Today's picture by photographer Radim Pechan is a wonderful example. It features a close-up image of a "bouquet" of dandelion blossoms after having turned from bright yellow to silky white "fuzz". A composition of straight lines and angles, the lowly dandelion becomes something quite intriguing when photographed up close and personal! Here are the camera and settings used to capture this image: Camera: Panasonic DMC-FZ18 Focal length: 5mm Shutter speed: 1/200 second Aperture: f/5.6 ISO: 100   Visitor Comments... Name: Phyllis Helton Town: Bristol, VA Magnificent photo. Beautiful flower (no, not weed).     Name: Ruth Ann Joines Town: Chilhowie, VA Those ugly dandelions aren't so ugly after all, are they? BEAUTIFUL!!!     Name: Pete Simpson Town: Killeen, TX It's amazing how much detail there is in even God's most common creations. Great picture today.   Comment on today's picture  |  View previous "Pictures Of The Day"  |  Submit a photo Why I publish the "Picture Of The Day"