While in isolation I decided to give macro photography a try. It’s not something I’ve tried before and probably won’t be doing it long-term so I couldn’t justify forking out for an expensive, dedicated lens. Thankfully, extension rings are available, which cost a fraction of the price of a macro lens (E.g.: £600) and just pop on to existing lenses. They vary in price and quality (£20-50-ish) but mine were £48, which is far more appealing for a price!
Here are some photos I started with. See if you can identify them.
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Sharpie marker nib
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Amethyst
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Ballpoint pen nib
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Dry wipe board pen
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Banana stalk
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Drawing pin. The focus point is the very tip
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Same drawing pin
How did you do? Tally up your score, 1 point per picture.
More recently I thought I’d try having a closer look at some herbs and spices. See how you get on with identifying these!
Clue #1
This is less than 5mm wide
Clue #2
Condiment
Answer:
A black peppercorn split in half
Clue #1
Not a common look for this item
Clue #2
Condiment
Answer:
A black peppercorn without the outer shell
Clue #1
Great addition to bolognese
Clue #2
The oil has medical properties
Answer:
Dried Oregano
Clue #1
Great with roast dinner
Clue #2
Great with onion
Answer:
Dried sage
Clue #1
Mixed herbs
Clue #1
Great in stews or grilled foods
Answer:
Herbs De Provence
Clue #1
Great for bringing out flavours
Clue #2
Condiment
Answer:
Salt
Clue #1
Not a mixed herb
Clue #2
Great with potato
Answer:
Thyme
Clue #1
Good with orange
Clue #2
Good medicinal properties
Answer:
Ground cloves
Clue #1
Broadly used in England
Clue #2
Good in desserts
Answer:
Ground nutmeg
Clue #1
Moroccan spice
Clue #2
Not typically spicy
Answer:
Ras El Hanout
Clue #1
Smells like Christmas
Clue #2
Mixed spices
Answer:
Allspice
Clue #1
Mixed spices
Clue #2
Great with rice
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Chinese 5 spice
Clue #1
Mixed herbs
Clue #2
Great with pasta dishes
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Italian Seasoning
How did you do? Total your score (per picture)
- No clue needed: 3 points
- 1 clue needed: 2 points
- 2 clues needed: 1 point