I used a bit of back light when this photo was taken and had gray scarf as background. The fabric was shown in the original, but I have softened it. I really like the new Melancholytron filter, and I have found out that it can be used in so many different ways. I think it worked real well on this rose. I also used a tripod. Camera Model Canon EOS 400D DIGITAL Shooting Mode A-DEP Tv( Shutter Speed ) 5 Av( Aperture Value ) 13.0 ISO Speed 100 Lens 17.0 - 70.0 mm Focal Length 42.0 mm Image Quality RAW Flash Off White Balance Mode Custom AF Mode AI Focus AF Picture Style Neutral