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Macro Photography – an Interview with Don Komarechka

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I've got something fun and interesting for you today, an interview with macro photographer Don Komarechka. I first saw his work on Google Plus and found his work so fascinating I approached him and asked if he'd do an interview and give us some of his secrets to his stunning macro photography.

Don Komarechka – macro photographer

If you want to learn how to make images like these watch the video below, and continue to read to the bottom of the page. I'll provide links to Don's web site and some of the things we discuss in the video. I've got a special surprise this month, on the macro theme, if you choose to participate. But watch the video first, no peaking!

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Watch the video below now!

How to find Don Komarechka online

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Don's infamous Canadian flag image
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As Don described in the video, a print of the image above is refracted in the water droplets for a stunning effect.

Links to some of the equipment we discussed

800px Canon MP E65mmIf you're interested in macro photography, here are links to some of the items Don mentioned in the interview, just in case you didn't get to joy them all down.

Action plan and prize give away!

So, are you inspired to go try your hand at some macro photography? I know I sure am! I have never tried the focus stacking technique and I've been itching to get some extension tubes for a while now, and it IS winter where I live and perhaps I can even try a snowflake or two. So I'm going to do it, and follow up with an article in the new year on how it goes. Are you with me?

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I'm going to challenge you to get out and take a few shots, even if you don't have special macro filters or lenses. Just get out there and use the reverse lens technique if you have no other choice. I'm even going to sweeten the pot and give you a little extra incentive, a prize give away! Here's the deal:
  1. Make sure you are a subscriber to Her View Photography (you must be a subscriber to win) If you haven't already subscribed and gotten my FREE ebook, you can do so at the bottom of this article, look for the big green box!
  2. Go shoot some macro photos and post a link to your best image in the comments below. Tell us what challenges you had and how to made your shot. Let's do this together.
  3. Enter your image by January 10th, 2013 and I'll see that the winner will get a set of Don's Snowflake Greeting cards shipped to you. (Canada and US shipping only please, if you live elsewhere we cannot guarantee shipping). Please make sure you use a valid email address so I can contact you if you are the winner.
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Another example of water droplets and refraction.
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I don't even like bugs but this guy is kinda cute up close

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And the winner is…

The winner of the prize draw for a set of Don's snowflake greeting cards is . . . Laura! I'll be in touch to get you your prize! Thanks for commenting and participating.

Get a copy of Don's book, Sky Crystals, or his new one all about Macro Photography CLICK HERE.