James Silliman
October 2025 - Zinnia
About the Image(s)
In Kentucky we are approaching the end of the growing season, I was helping my wife "clean" up the flower beds and this Zinnia caught my eye. I wanted to try the focus stacking technique, but the clouds were not being very cooperative. The natural light was changing continuously, preventing the lengthy exposure process needed for focus stacking. I wanted to get this exposure on line today. We should have a few more good days before Fall really sets in, maybe I can submit a "stacked" image next month.
Exposure was made with my Nikon D610 w/105mm Micro Nikon. Settings were ISO 200 at 1/30 sec and f/32. Minor adjustments for the final image were made Lightroom.
2 comments posted
Nice
When you get close you find all kinds of patterns. I like how the little red center things come through the unopened petals. They almost look like little maple leaves. This would have been great for focus stacking.
Super! Posted: 10/21/2025 17:24:43
When you get close you find all kinds of patterns. I like how the little red center things come through the unopened petals. They almost look like little maple leaves. This would have been great for focus stacking.
Super! Posted: 10/21/2025 17:24:43
Hi Jim,
My Zinnias are almost done but still attracting bees, hummers, and butterflies. The one in your image suggests a mature bloom to me. I find the details and various textures interesting and beautiful. Thanks for sharing this one! Posted: 10/25/2025 14:36:25
My Zinnias are almost done but still attracting bees, hummers, and butterflies. The one in your image suggests a mature bloom to me. I find the details and various textures interesting and beautiful. Thanks for sharing this one! Posted: 10/25/2025 14:36:25