Brilliant Blossoms

May I ask you how exposed the negative was? Was it bordering on underexposure or was it almost overexposed. The reason I ask is because, even though the shadow detail is barely discernible, that could be a result of simply developing the negative more than average, thus forcing the lower tones to go black within the print's limited tonal range.

The real reason I ask is because I do like this effect, as this 'shadow loss' results in a level of contrast which imparts a feeling of brilliance. You also managed to get a sky that is realistic in tone. - David Lyga

David,
I think it was maybe due to D76 that is almost 1 year old. At 1:1, I probably should have shortened developing time by maybe 15-30 sec. It was shot in very bright sun and probably over exposed some. Thanks for your interest.

Gerry

Thank you Gerry, the picture is nice.

Very Brett Weston feel to this jumps out immediately. I would have never tried this photograph, which shows me how much more I have to learn about the art of photography. Great learning moment for me, Gerry.

Nice, Gerry. You've coaxed more detail from the blossoms than I've been able to get.

michaelorr, HiHoSilver, All credit goes to Pentax. I just squeezed the trigger.