My gallery reflects the raw, unpolished beginnings to where I am now. That is why quality varies so much from start to now... this gallery is a personal reminder of growth and motivation. When I first arrived at this website, I thought manipulation and graphics work was the rule. I tried Poser and other programs but kept returning to photography. That is where I am most of the time. Being here is growth in itself and being surrounded by so many talented artists of various genres is a blessing. God has blessed me in being here to share my offerings and to reap from the wonders brought to the net by others. I am joyed when an image is appreciated and can bear result of an unwise upload, something I do more often than desired in haste to post the render. I like Renderosity very much, learn here and appreciate the work of others. Constructive criticism is welcomed...as are occasional smiles. I choose not to accept ratings, finding comments more useful overall and perhaps allowing room for more honest opinion. I do the same in galleries visited on this site, providing my honest thoughts more than ratings. I was a professional jeweler by trade; in that was my real expertise. Now I freelance and seek secure work. I am a Vietnam era veteran of one branch of service in the USA; fortunately I did not go to conflict during that infamous time. I feel for those who did. Many were my personal friends. Equipment: Until early 2005, the camera was a Minolta DImage F100, which is now lost somewhere in this house. For the most I use a Nikon D7000 and D200 with a small assortment of Nikon and Sigma lenses (the better ones). I also love the spot metering ability of the small spot on the D70, my first DSLR and “quick carry” camera even today. I will add a lens or other accessory when I can afford it in the economic swirl of today. I have found the camera to be very important but the camera does not compose the image. Creative artistry and pleasing imagery is in the image taker, working with the creation around us and what insight our mind provides. I strive to improve the eye behind the lens, while always finding experiences and imagination play a large part in what any particular image means to me, whether or not I am able to convey that to others. Each will see the image in their personal view and heart.
Website--- http://thomashaynes.zenfolio.com/
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Commercial Website -- http://www.thomashaynesphotoshoot.com/
I have pursued operating a photography business with mixed success. Corporate and family photography has been my primary business in 2014-2016. I offer pro level work at competitive pricing. Renderosity is a wonderful outlet and encouragement in seeing the artistry of others.
Comments (27)
MrsLubner
Beauty comes in all sizes. Sometime the smallest is the most beautiful, just as sometime the simplist is the most stylish. A tender shot for sure.
inshaala
difficult at this size... nice composition and dof / colour to make the flowers pop out of the background :)
DCLEW2
Very nicely done.
avalonfaayre
Awwww...the little purple ones are my personal favorites. I know Spring is here when I see them. Thanks for sharing.
tizjezzme
tiny, yet so pretty. Beautiful work.
jocko500
a wonderful shot you took. so lovely
Janiss
Splendid composition with excellent DOF Tom!
Chipka
It's always the tiniest things that offer the most unexpected and complex beauty! You've captured that amazingly here, the details of the blooms themselves are amazingly crisp, right down to the pollen grains. The colors are fantastic and the DOF is spot on. In a sense, this image reminds me of the essence of a traditional haiku; there's a definite visual element to this that evokes a range of emotional responses. And it does so with simple elegance. I have to say that this is an absolutely superb image.
LovelyPoetess
Nice shot, you've captured their delicacy quite well and you give me hope that spring is indeed really going to get here soon. : )
RobyHermida
Gorgeous!
lanemtripp
great macro, good work
auntietk
Wonderful macro!
jedink
Great detail.
babuci
Wonderful.
lizzibell
Beautiful flower....
ledwolorz
Beautiful capture.
durleybeachbum
Excellent, windy days are such a pain for macro.
McDetti
Beautiful image, very well done !
CavalierLady
Beautifully captured and composed. Very lovely and great job getting this in difficult situation.
Digitaleagle
Awesome work, I really like the way the background color accentuates the beauty of the flower, very nice composition!!
witch_1612
Wonderful Work!!!
Kelena
wonderful closeup:)
magnus073
Tiny for sure but it really is bursting with beauty, excellent shot.
G_Mansco
Splendid DOF. I like it very much ;O)
busi2ness
Very beautiful though and excellent background and DOF.
flavia49
It's so nice!
timtripp
beautiful!