Freelensing is a relatively inexpensive way of getting the similarly unique effect of an expensive tilt-shift lens, where the focus plane is thrown out of whack with the added bonus of natural light leaks.
I have created a few more images using freelensing. By removing the lens I have created a natural vignette that is the edge of the lens. Also the light coming from the behind the leaves is quite vibrant that helps define the shape of the leaves more.
Here is another example of freelensing:
