Refraction in Water Drops - it's really not difficult

Refraction in water drops is a fascinating subject in macro photography. I show you how it's done and demonstrate that you don't need specialised gear and lighting kit. All you need is a camera with macro lens, the rest can be improvised with what you find in your household anyway.



Here is a link to a set of syringes and blunt needles I use to place the droplets. It is an Amazon affiliate link, which means, if you buy, I maz receive a small comission: https://geni.us/RL54pwL

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Macro Helpers:
Shintop 20 Pack Syringes with Blunt Tip: https://geni.us/RL54pwL
Dproptel 10pcs Memo Clip Holder Stand with Alligator Clasp: https://geni.us/BzRnYNh
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Photo:
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Tamron SP 70-200 mm G2 VC USD: https://geni.us/JhO54n
Tamron 24-70 mm G2 VC USD: https://geni.us/5Nme

Video:
Canon EOS 70D: https://geni.us/xTgmw
Rode VideoMicro Compact: https://geni.us/2w1NeJE

Tripod and Head:
Gitzo 4 Series carbon fibre tripod: https://geni.us/kJ6oC
Novoflex CB5-II Ball Head: https://geni.us/dG8hVpl
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Manfrotto 055 Xpro3: https://geni.us/yMZAboa
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Lighting:
Neewer NL660, 2-Pack Kit (Red): https://geni.us/s0fu
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Head Torch:
Petzl Tikka Headlamp: https://geni.us/XNAa9

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ThinkTank Retrospective 20: https://geni.us/bLIS