Smaller apertures allow my objects at a wide range of distance to all be in focus at the same time. In other words, the peppers in the extended depth of field (larger f-stop then the shallow-depth field) show a vibrant display of colors in which the clarity and focus is distributed over a larger area in this photo. The focus is not necessarily on one single pepper.
The peppers portrayed in the shallow depth of field (in which I used a larger aperture but smaller f-stop) photo draw your focus to the single red pepper in the middle of the image. The stem seems to be the most clear (in focus) and crisp area of the entire photo. Unfortunately, the sticker on the pepper to the right is a bit distracting. I did not think to turn the pepper over in the display until after I had left the grocery store.
Overall, I am slightly disappointed in the outcome of my photos. Although I did not use a flash, the florescent lighting in the store produced an unflattering gleam and reflection on some of the produce. In the future, I will try to capture most of my pictures in natural lighting.
I actually like the gleam on the produce. If you shot outside, I believe the sun would also reflect in a similar manner. Nice job switching up the subject matter.
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Two great shots, I especially like your shallow depth of field, it could be used as an advertisement for market fresh produce. Very nice!
ReplyDeleteI agree with the last comment... at first glance, I wondered why there was an ad on here... but it's your pic!! Great work!!! And I like the gleam on the produce as well. -Rachel Green
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