8 | MACRO
Capture spring flora with a macro look
Now’s the perfect time to get down to the woods and capture spring in all its glory, says Chris Rutter, who explains how to use atelephoto lens for macro results
A longer focal length, between 50mm and 200mm, and a wide aperture, such as f/4, will allow you to focus on new growth or colourful flowers.
Few things encapsulate spring like the sight of bluebells carpeting a woodland floor.These beautiful and iconic flowers normally appear in April or May, depending on the weather and location. These seasonal displays can be shortlived, so you’ll need to keep a close watch on likely locations to give you the chance to capture them in their full glory.