So I wrote a post on reverse freelensing last August. Every once in a while I get a question about the how and/or why. For me there’s no question about the why! It gets me closer to my subject! It gives me more blur! Yes, I can add macro filters, but I’m adding glass that I’m not positive is the same caliber as that of my lens. I also don’t have to carry anything else with me. I don’t have to have filters in all different sizes. Yes, I can introduce dust into my camera and onto my sensor. It happens. But it happens changing lenses too. I’ve learned to my camera’s sensor because of this technique!
For me something happens when I remove that lens. It’s like a know a secret that others don’t know! I don’t really want to keep that secret, though! I want to share it! It’s another way to explore your creative self, your photographer self. You do have to be a little brave though. Dropping your gear is a real possibility. Practice inside at first. Over something cushioned until you’re comfortable holding your camera in one hand and your lens in the other! Don’t go outside on windy days.
To read about all my tips and tricks click here! And please, please, please…don’t try this unless you’re 100% comfortabl! Read how others use the same technique! Do your homework. A broken lens or camera is an expensive mistake. You don’t want to go there and I don’t want you to go there, so try it at your own risk!
Reverse Freelensed with the @lensbabyusa Velvet 56