I don t feel like hes talking in code or pressuring me to go buy expensive equipment. Don komarechka photography winters magic a short film by. See the marvelous colors inside snowflakes boing boing. These two photographerauthors are great resources for those seeking to explore the science and art of photographing.
Exploring the world that we cannot see with our own eyes has been a common thread in don s career as a professional photographer. Every winter he produces an incredibly detailed photo series on snowflakes, using a pair of black mittens as the backdrop and a high quality macro lens to reveal the unique crystalline structures in incredible detail. Today i talk with don komarechka about what he learned from his recent. A snowflake don komarechkascience photo library bing united kingdom wallpaper. His book sky crystals is a survey of snowflake science, a monograph of his macrophotography masterpieces, and a tutorial on the techni. Don komarechka macro magician extraordinaire podcast 664. Dec 30, 2014 photographer don komarechka likes to explore the world that we cannot see with our own eyes. See more of don komarechka photography on facebook.
Don komarechka discusses macro photography, capturing. A snowflake don komarechkascience photo library bing. Some light will reflect off the surface of the snowflake, but some will also enter the ice slowing down due to the density of ice compared to air and reflect. Aug 09, 2019 chris is joined by the snowflake guy, don komarechka, who discusses uv photography and macro photography. How a snowflake photographer turned his passion into money. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes starburst snowflake by dom komarechka macro photography check out these amazing snowflake images photographed by don komarechka.
Apr 08, 20 it also serves as an insulator, preventing the snowflake from melting on contact. It was with these types of feelings that i decided to order a book called sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes by don komarechka. The shots were taken by don komarechka, who has had a lifelong fascination with all things macro especially snowflakes. Sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes. Dec 23, 20 photographer don komarechka has selfpublished a book of snowflake photography called sky crystals. The first book produced by don komarechka, sky crystals, is now out. As ice crystals begin to fall to the ground, they will begin to form a sixsided shape. To take his shots, komarechka leaves a black woolen mitten and a paintbrush outside through the winter in an enclosed space, keeping them acclimated to the cold so the snowflakes don t melt upon contact. Yep, armed only with a camera and a black mitten, photographer don komarechka captures these diamonds of the sky in all of their natural glory. Oct 07, 2018 on a cold december day back in 2009, slow work led don komarechka to photograph his first snowflake.
Thank you, lizard if alexey kljatov ever publishes a book, ill likely add that to my collection. Don komarechka is an awardwinning nature and landscape. It has to do with the lighting, the angle, and the shape of the snowflake itself. Don komarechka photography, barrie ontario about the. We at snowflake books make beautifully illustrated books with simple and amusing stories that all bright young children will enjoy. To see more of komarechkas work, visit his website at. Incredible examples of snowflake photography snowflake. The scientific mysteries are explained in great detail. Today i talk with don komarechka about what he learned from his recent experience as he selfpublished his incredible new book, sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes. Don komarechka photography, barrie ontario snowflake heart. Top 19 travel books to read this year anew traveller. To see more of komarechka s work, visit his website at.
Frozen art snowflake photography with don komarechka don komarechka is a connoisseur of snowflakes. Enter a world where the beauty of nature and the physics of ice collide by taking an upclose look at snowflakes like youve never seen them before by don komarechka. The snowflake ultra high resolution poster, containing unique focus stacked snowflake images, individually captured and processed. Don komarechka is raising funds for macro photography. Komarechka has published a book, titled sky crystals. Don answers some questions including what influenced his photography, his biggest failure and his greatest success. Friesens had previously done a production run of the snowflake as a. This week i share a chat with my friend don komarechka about his awesome macro work and his upcoming crowdfunded book. A delightful story of the life of snowflake, who was all stars and arrows, squares and triangles of ice and light. Snowflakes series by don komarechka outdoor photographer. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes don komarechka recommended by. Don komarechka perspective if you enjoy these images, please consider contributing to the snowflake book project, and get a book for your efforts if the funding goal is reached.
The universe as i see it volume 1 by don komarechka. Freezing bubbles are a challenging subject to shoot, even more so with video. Don komarechka is the author of sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes 4. Looking at snowflakes is very similar to staring at clouds or a starry sky. Hes mastered his craft, landing international clients and a soldout run of his first major book. I have been familiar with dons work as a nature photographer for some time, and counted myself as a fan. Photographer spent 2,500 hours capturing stunning photos. Don komarechka, author at digital photography school.
Through snowflake s special role in the pattern of creation and life, paul gallico has given us a simple allegory on the meaning of life, its oneness and ultimate safety. Don komarechka photography winters magic a short film. Sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes book. His work revolves around unique perspectives and unseen subjects. Find the universe as i see it volume 1 by don komarechka at blurb books. Postal service issues a commemorative fourstamp set with his snow crystal photos. Leave it to a canadian to take insane photographs of snowflakes. The book also contains all of the science and physics of snowflakes that i can share without personally having a degree in molecular dynamics. Don is a photographer based in barrie, ontario, canada and a fellow this week in photo podcast cohost, and now also a fellow xrite coloratti member. Shooting highresolution macro photos of snowflakes.
Snowflake aday by don komarechka photo 1908283 snow flake from 2015 winter. Komarechka has recently published a 304 page hardcover book on snowflake photography discussing indepth photographic techniques as well as the science behind how such crystals grow. The timeintensive project took over 2,500 hours spread out over 5 years to complete, resulting into a single, stunning composite poster. Chris is joined by the snowflake guy, don komarechka, who discusses uv photography and macro photography. Photographing snowflakes in flight, published the book sky crystals. From the tiniest snowflake to the swirling cosmos, this book combines great. You see, water molecules bond to each other in a hexagonal pattern. If you love macro photos of snowflakes, make sure to also check out moscowbased photographer andrew osokins.
Sky crystals photographing and understanding snowflakes by. Best known for his work shooting snowflakes, don explains how he achieves these photographs including tips on when to use focus stacking and the hollywoodlevel projects its brought him. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes, printed in the beauce. Dec 09, 2015 his recently unveiled piece, the snowflake, features detailed shots of over 400 snowflakes, measured and scaled to the relative size of one another. Don komarechka instagram these images capture the intricate details of minuscule snowflakes, moments before they melt. Don komarechka photographs a snowflake positioned just beyond the tip of a paintbrush for visual reference. Some people dont believe my images are real, and thats when i know ive created. A highly informative discussion about the amazing world of macro photography with don komarechka.
Ive had some recent fanfare regarding the tiny crystals, so i figured id give. Im using indiegogo to fund the production of my snowflake book, titled sky crystals. A snow crystal is a single crystal of ice arranged in a precise. Ive got something fun and interesting for you today, an interview with macro photographer don komarechka. Don komarechka author of sky crystals unraveling the. With a series of books, photographs and a web site. Sky crystals photographing and understanding snowflakes. This 304page hardcover book will detail all of the photography, science, and beauty.
Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes, that combines years of icy photography with knowledge gained from studying snowflakes, delving into the details of the science behind these beautiful natural wonders as well as photographic techniques he uses to capture them. A carnival swing ride at a christmas market in berlin, germany hannibal hanschkereuters bing united states wallpaper. Caitlin as schoolchildren, we learn that each snowflake has a unique shape unlike any other this notion inspired many a crafttime cutout. Its less than three minutes and features the magic of freezing soap bubbles in realtime. Don komarechka is an awardwinning nature and landscape photographer located in barrie, ontario, canada. Buy a cheap copy of sky crystals unraveling the mysteries. Photographer don komarechka likes to explore the world that we cannot see with our own eyes. Snowflakes sky crystals enter a world where the beauty of nature and the physics of ice collide by taking an upclose look at snowflakes like youve never seen them before by don komarechka. Don komarechka is a nature and macro photographer based in barrie, ontario, canada. Self publishing sky crystals with don komarechka podcast 406. On a cold december day back in 2009, slow work led don komarechka to photograph his first snowflake. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes don komarechka on. Don komarechka s remarkable picture tiniest snowflake is a finalist in the micro category of closeup photographer of the year 01.
Perspective if you enjoy these images, please consider. Sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes by. If you think my macro photography is worth looking at, i think youll really enjoy this. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes by komarechka, don isbn. Don komarechka has made a name for himself in the world of macro photography, exploring the realms of water droplet refraction, ultraviolet fluorescence and snowflakes. Sky crystals unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes by don. This last christmas, i became the owner of don komarechka s book and poster. Illustrated with fullpage snowflake photographs, line drawings, and a variety of other photographs, this book tells the story of snowflakes in abridged form. This book also contains a detailed tutorial covering every technique used in photographing snowflakes. This excellent 9x9 size hardcover book, containing 304 pages, along with fantastic snowflake photography, will detail the science. From auroras to pollen, insects to infrared, much of dons photographic adventures reveal a deeper understanding of how the universe works. For more information about snowflakes and snowflake photography, see the several books published by kenneth libbrecht, a physicist at california institute of technology, and canadian photographer don komarechkas sky crystals. Don komarechka is a nature, macro and landscape photographer located in barrie, ontario, canada. Effective immediately it became his mission to get a photograph of the perfect snowflake.
The culmination of years of photography and study of snowflakes, this 304page hardcover book is detail the science, photography and techniques, and even. Komarechka has published a 304 page hardcover book on snowflake photography discussing indepth photographic techniques as well as the science behind how such crystals grow. An inspirational look through the photography of awardwinning nature and landscape ph. The universe as i see it volume 1 by don komarechka blurb books. Unraveling the mysteries of snowflakes 9780986820434 by don komarechka and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The world is full of beautiful things that we ignore, with snowflakes sitting near the top of the list. From there, more vapor condenses on the crystal and the snowflakes arms take shape. Photographer spent 2,500 hours capturing stunning photos of. Along with an extensive gallery of images, the book should answer every question youve ever had about snowflakes.
As a matter of fact, a while ago you offered two for one on your snowflake book if you donated the. He can tell you exactly how to take a macro photograph of snowflakes in dazzling detail, having photographed thousands. Self publishing sky crystals with don komarechka podcast. Don is an incredibly talented photographer, and probably the only photographer i know that is geekier than i am when it comes to diving into the details. This is the crucial point in our snowflake production. Macro photography an interview with don komarechka.
Heres how some people dont believe my images are real, and thats when i know ive created something worth talking about. That hangout sold me, and i have been enjoying the book as a christmas present to myself since. A single snowflake can contain a universe of detail, and theyre governed by a few simple. Don komarechka s snowflakes snowflake aday finale 202014 name tbd by don komarechka see more.
Don komarechka photographs snowflakes, which sometimes reflect beautiful colors inside. The book contains all of my snowflake images, and will detail every photographic and editing technique used in their creation and i encourage you to try it for yourself. Ive searched everywhere for a better surface, and i keep coming back to the black mitten. Don komarechka captures astonishing photographs of snowflakes. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The culmination of years of photography and study of snowflakes, this 304page hardcover book will detail the science, photography and techniques, and even delve into why we find snowflakes beautiful. Photographer don komarechka guides you through the different types of snowflakes and how they form while showcasing stunning images along the way. From auroras to pollen, insects to infrared, much of don s photographic adventures reveal a deeper understanding of how the universe works. Hes just as generous with his knowledge in person as he is online. Don komarechka is a nature, macro and landscape photographer probably best known for his macro photography of snowflakes and iconic canadian flag image composed of maple leafs laid out on snow. I love the energy he has and look forward to learning from him in the future. Jan 11, 20 a highly informative discussion about the amazing world of macro photography with don komarechka. The professional photographer says people often don. Jan 08, 2018 these arent your everyday snowflake photos.
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