For closeup inside shots like the one on the left. Set up a place near a natural source of light like a window where the light filters in. This gives enough light to take the picture without a flash and allows dramatic shadows. Most closeups cannot be taken with a flash. There are a lot of good digital cameras.
Macro lens is critical for closeups.
I usually cut a hole on black paper and insert it behind the flower. This Mavica WebRing site is owned by Lori Howe. See List .