Yes, more Lensbaby work today and I’m back to my three image format. All is right with the world. Although I feel like I have a long way to go towards realizing the full capability of this lens, I can already see the huge potential. Not that it will replace the 50mm f/1.2 as my favorite lens. Today’s images are all stark black and whites. The first is an ethereal remainder of a coral bell plant in my back yard.
Next, is a few spindly dogwood branches. I really like the tree shadow in the background. A completely white background can feel a little sterile. I’ve had issues with mildew on these bushes, so I had to hack them to the ground last year. They haven’t made much of a comeback. The wispy branches really benefit from the Lensbaby.
My last image is a fallen tree branch that landed upright in the snow. I swear I didn’t plant it there. Not that there’s anything wrong with a little bit of staging. Artistic license and all that. This is my least favorite of today’s images. I think it’s the lack of any shadows that bring it down a bit. But hey, it fits the theme and fills out the third spot in today’s lineup. Which is nice.