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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. |
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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. |
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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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