Self Directed Work - Birthday Experiment - 50mm Lens

This post isn't part of my Photography Certificate per say but I just wanted to share a few images that I took on my birthday with my 55mm lens that I got as a present.

This post really just goes back to the week when I discovered the artistry and proficiency of the 50mm lens when it comes to clarity and D.O.F. None of the photographs have been edited but I love the colours and the clarity this lens provides when given the chance to be set at optimum focus. I also love the narrow depth of field this lens provides. That is originally what drew me to this lens. I also like the "professional" look this lens gives. I can't say I'm displeased with the results!

This white rose is blossoming beautifully in my garden. I can really appreciate the complete focus on the subject and the neat blur of the background. It really takes a lot of distraction out of the image.

My dad insisted on cooking for my birthday, this is his feta and spinach salad for all the non-vegans (everyone but me). I like how the tomatoes look and the lighting reflects the centre of the tomato nicely and the colours of the salad.

My grandma and my god-mothers husband. I like how the light hits them in contrast with my camera settings. It's not the usual way people take photos of guests at parties I guess, but I really like this image.

My phone and photography notes, because without these I would be screwed at school and socially. I liked focusing on the patterns at the bottom of my phone and the lines/writing on my notebook as my subject(s).  I love the colour combinations as well and how the pale palette of the image really helps to pull it together and blend well to create a soft background.