Pearls on a rough surface
I shot this with a Sigma 105 macro as a sample. Getting the pearls to have lustre without blowing out was a bit of a challenge. I'd like any comments you have.
thanks!
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Hi, I am not an expert or anything but I have a suggestion. How about making the pearls look like flowing water? I think it will make them seem more delicate hence contrasting more powerfully against the rock. Once again, I am no expert so feel free to disregard my comment.