Spark of Life, by Claudio Bacinello

This image is one of a series of close-ups I shot of Pink Diamond Amaryllis for fine art prints. I explored different angles and focal lengths and finally saw the striations seeming to emanate from a common source in this extreme macro. The pattern looked like energy flowing from a small point and expanding throughout the image – hence the title “Spark of Life”.

Nikon D2Xs with Nikkor 200mm f/4 Micro lens | ISO 100 | Exposure 1/125sec @ f/16 | Flash
Spark of Life, by Claudio Bacinello

Award Winner: Photo of the Day | August 21
Award Score: 67.5 (Value 12, Clarity 12.5, Composition 18, Style 12, Skill 13)
Photo of the Day Award Category: Close-Up Photography
Photograph Location: Thornhill, Ontario | Canada

Photographer: Claudio Bacinello (Thornhill, Canada) Registered
Born in Italy, Claudio now lives in Thornhill, Canada where he exercises his passion for photography. Over a career spanning three decades Claudio has delved into a number of photographic disciplines including: weddings, portraits, product, corporate and stock. His current focus is on travel, wildlife, nature and adding to his extensive stock library. He continues to travel the world in search of subjects and stories with a particular affection for Africa and South America. His work has been published globally and, in addition, is available as fine art images for private and corporate décor.

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