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Beachcombings... Shells, Corals, and More

I have thousands of shells collected during our "Bimini" days, and have begun a project to photograph and ID them. These are examples of my attempts to capture the amazing architecture and awesome beauty that these shells represent to me. The shells range in size from 1/8" to 9".
I have experimented with different backgrounds and lighting.

Most photos were taken with the use of my backlight sandbox:

This is where it all started:


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A mix of colors, sizes, and shapes
A mix of colors, sizes, and shapes		 Beachcombings - Gifts from the Sea - Artistic Renditions
:: "Beachcombings" - Gifts from the Sea - Artistic Renditions :: 		Photographing Beachcombings...natural light, UZI, BMacro
:: Photographing "Beachcombings"...natural light, UZI, BMacro ::
Photographing Beachcombings...with natural light
:: Photographing "Beachcombings"...with natural light :: 		Photographing Beachcombings...with artificial light
:: Photographing "Beachcombings"...with artificial light :: 		Photographing Beachcombings...the first attempts
:: Photographing "Beachcombings"...the first attempts ::

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virginiacoastline14-Aug-2006 15:14
I'm glad I read your gallery explanation . . I was beginning to wonder how these shells got to WV crickbeds, warshes, ponds, et al :)
tammie06-Feb-2005 23:40
You did a great job on these. I think I'm a little partial to the ones with the natural lighting, but there are some good shots in the other catagories too! Lots of work and patience but it is certainly worth it! Great idea using the sand, looks like you are right out on the beach!!
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