Macro Flower Photography Tip #5 - Look for interesting color combinations. When I saw the green against the blue in this iris, I new I had a winner on color alone. So, slow down and look carefully. There may be a hidden gem right before your eyes.

Macro Flower Photography Tip #4 - Take notice of unusual or interesting light, and then take action! I was eating dinner last night on our patio right as the sun was setting and noticed that my crabapple tree was completely illuminated with that quality of light you only get right after [...]

Macro Flower Photography Tip #3 - You oftentimes don't have to go far to find a photo opportunity. Photo opportunities can sometimes be as close as your backyard. I captured the images below in my own garden or close by in my neighborhood. So, look around and see if there is [...]

Macro Flower Photography Tip #2 - Take advantage of a brightly overcast opportunity. This tip may sound obvious to most people, but my point is...if you have an overcast day, and you have the time to go out for a photoshoot, you'll be able to get some really great images without [...]