Fairy Slipper

Fairy Slipper (Calypso bulbosa), North Cascades, Washington

Camera:Minolta Dynax 600si

Film:Fuji Sensia II 100

Lens:Minolta AF 100/2.8 Macro new

Accessories:Tripod

Readers' comments

#1: Comment posted by Donald on July 15th, 2013 - 04:30:21 AM:

Michael,
Your photographs are inspirational (and I don't say that very often), but also challenging. Many were taken years ago without the benefit on the "new" modern equipment that is flying off the shelves of camera stores and eBay. I look at the investments in equipment listed by individual members of Dyxum and wonder how they can afford it. When people spend a small fortune (over half of the cost of my first house) on one lens, do they become better photographers? One can study art, composition, physics, and the science of photography, but if they can't "see" light, no lens will make them good photographers. It is obvious that you not only "see" light, you "feel" light, and that is the definition of a "great" photographer. You may have the benefit of equipment, but your ability lies in putting your visions onto a canvas, or piece of paper, or a computer screen. One of these years I'll finish looking at all of your photographs on this site.
Regards,
Don