Flash mob

Here we have a couple of examples of off camera flash, and the effects it can create: The first is a long exposure of a moonrise. The shutter was open long enough to bring up some blue in the night sky, while the rose was lit with a hand held flash.




Here we have the impression of a gathering storm. The background was deliberately under exposed, while off camera flash gives the impression of sunlight on the flowers.




The best guide for manual off camera flash is the Strobist web site mentioned in the box on the right. There are hundreds of pages of examples, tips and hints there...


Finally, here is the ultimate lie: A picture of a chive flower taken in daylight outdoors where the flash power and shutter speed have conspired to turn the background black...



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