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Canon EOS-450D Rebel XSi
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 01/21/2010 11:57:37 AM · #1
Interesting article:

18th century snowflake photo's for sale in NY

Items of interest include how-to photograph snowflakes: Jerry rigging a microscope to a bellows camera.

Anyway, thought it was niteresting and wanted to share.
Canon EOS-600D/T3i Rebel
Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS
 01/21/2010 12:02:04 PM · #2
Yes, he is interesting. I first learned about Snowflake Bentley from my kids checking out a kid's book by the same name. Tis amazing what spectacular crystal clear pictures he captured with the technology of the time. His photos really show off the patterns a snowflake can take on beautifully.
Canon EOS R5
Canon RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS
 01/21/2010 12:34:05 PM · #3
Bentley was truly a pioneer. he achieved some amazing images, given what he had at his disposal.
For those interested in photographing snowflakes, here is a Caltech website dedicated to the pursuit. It's intensely interesting, and presents some great ideas for capturing snowflakes. Also some beautiful images.
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