Backlit UV flower

[Adrian]

I have been photographing Marsh Marigolds (Caltha palustris) in UV reflected recently (centre) , and tried an entirely backlit version (right) . An interesting result!

Full spectrum converted Nikon D300S, El Nikkor 80mm, Baader U filter. Two "full spectrum converted" Metz 45 CL5 flash guns. 1/160th @ f/8

[Andrea B.]

That is very interesting!

 

Flower rays and petals transmit as well as reflect and absorb various wavelengths.

 

Can you explain how you did the backlighting. One flash in back? Two?

[Adrian]

Andrea,

Yes there were two equally powered flashes behind the flower, at approx. 45 degrees to it, snooted with black card to prevent flare. Known as darkfield lighting.

[Andrea B.]

Thanks, Adrian.