1 Capture marvellous macro in your garden
The aftermath of a downpour is an ideal time to venture outdoors to get some interesting results from macro photography, says Roddy Llewellyn
Roddy Llewellyn
After the heavens have opened with a deluge of rainfall, it’s a good time to explore the small world of your garden or local park. Wet flowers and plants can generate some interesting results.
I own a Nikon DSLR, but also enjoy using my Leica D-Lux 6 compact, which has a good macro option on its fast Leica DC Vario-Summilux f/1.4 lens. Its simple design makes it easy to use, with a simple macro switch on the lens. The lens lets a lot of light into the shot, which helps immensely when you attempt macro, and you can get super-close to your subject with this optic. A compact camera is a good thing to keep handy for everyday use, for those moments when you are in the park or on the move, when you wished you had a camera at your fingertips.