I have always loved the shape and texture and color of pears, but have never before photographed them. I cut this one up for Sunshine’s snack a few days ago. As I popped it in the plastic bag to save for later, I began to admire the polka dot skin, the rough cuts, and the shiny seeds just peeking through. The light filtering through our north-facing window was perfect, so I placed it on a plate on the coffee table, got out my camera and macro lens, and went to work. I’ll have another shot of this pear on Thursday, in color and from a different angle. This was a fun experiment. Although this one was with a bosc pear, I plan to try one of the red-hued ones someday.
Nice still life. I like your choice of dish to present it in.
@ABarlow, Thanks! These are our old dishes, but we have a few left. The new pattern is much more distracting and the modern floral pattern wouldn't fit it at all.
very nice details here, nice shot!
*it's much more fun eating them.. ;D
@rian, LOL! Yes, definitely!
Excellent details in this terrific macro Caryn
Beautiful in mono–great still life.
Love the range. Almost white to almost black.
@Nick, Thanks! I set it near a north-facing window so I could get some nice, creamy light and silky shadows.
This is a photo that seems almost sensual to me for some reason. Maybe it's because I love a good pear myself, but it's a great shot!
Wonderful presentation, details, and array of tones.
I like it, but I miss the juicyness
@Chantal, These pears weren't quite as juicy as some I've had. I don't think we'll get the bosc pears again.
splendid proposal, facinating photo
Great use of b&w – creating a nice piece of artwork!
Neat piece, Caryn. Great focus.
Thanks! I had a lot of fun with this impromptu photo shoot, especially since it was so different from my usual subjects.
Superb.