Creative Lightbulb Macro Photography

The obvious thing to do when shooting a lightbulb is to switch it on and try to expose for the light source... but we're on a mission to do something different!
In this shoot, we're using the curved glass surfaces for some abstract and colorful reflections!
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[@stephenstevenson1900]

Very enlightening Ben. Great idea and thanks for sharing.

[@johnreed8305]

VERY Interesting I liked it Thanks John R.

[@cuttwice3905]

A few mirrors with several Adaptalux arms aimed at it behind a posed subject could make for some spectacular bokeh.

[@Adaptalux]

Even some crumpled tinfoil would do the trick to create bokeh, we have done that a few times to create effects in the background of a shot.

[@stevesomers7366]

Great concept and exercise. As you demonstrated your approach, I was thinking about attaching some wires to the bulb (in an unseen manner) from a ac or dc variable power supply. Just raise the voltage enough to begin illuminating the filaments in the lamp at a low level to add more effect from the filaments themselves rather than being dead.

[@Adaptalux]

That would be really cool for sure, especially if you can keep them hidden! It would look like the bulb is just glowing on it's own!

[@AppelmoesArtandPhotography]

Oh that’s really interesting! Thanks for sharing.

[@ashstubbings2603]

Nice one Ben! Gave me a few 'Lightbulb Moments' that did! #GROAN! I've had an idea for a shoot. What about fruit? I think you might've already done it though? I'm thinking maybe macro shots of Rasberries, Strawberries or Kiwi Fruit maybe? As I say, you might have already done it. Just an idea. 😊😊

[@Adaptalux]

I've done slices of fruit, and Kiwi under UV, but maybe it's time to do some little berries like you suggest. Raspberries and strawberries would look very cool close up!