Gallery: Macro & Close-upPosted March 28, 2016331 views9 comments
Nikon D700
Sigma 185 macro
f 11 @ 1/200 sec.
ISO 400
tripod & cable release
Taken in a friends garden. Thanks for taking a look and leaving a comment or suggestion.
Ed
Comments
9 comments
Comment posted by Mark Seaver on March 29, 2016 at 9:00 AM
A fine look at the Tiger Swallowtail, Ed. Great details in the bf and the flowers it's feeding on.
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Comment posted by Pete Bengeyfield on March 29, 2016 at 9:47 AM
Great detail on the butterfly. Very well executed.
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Comment posted by David Schoen on March 29, 2016 at 2:13 PM
I think you did a good job capturing this image of the swallowtail. I'm not sure what is considered a good insect photo myself. I know what the criticism would be if it was a bird. I think the only thing I would like to see is a little more room on the left-hand side.
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Comment posted by Jim Zablotny on March 30, 2016 at 5:55 PM
Hi Ed,
A little more space on the left would help the comp and help with getting this image matted and framed. Overall, sharpness, colors, and lighting are ideal for your swallowtail image. Details are best viewed in the large version....................................Jim
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Comment posted by Yun Gao on March 31, 2016 at 10:11 PM
Perfect specimen, beautiful colors and details in the butterfly. Nice shot!
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Comment posted by Graham Brown on April 2, 2016 at 9:32 AM
That's a really colourful image Ed. The butterfly is in prime condition and is beautifully sharp throughout. I also like the sharpness of the background, this looks a very natural setting. Graham
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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on April 2, 2016 at 7:45 PM
Excellent detail on a pristine BF. More space on the left, if you have it. I would clone out the purple zinnia in the ULC. To me at least it is a minor distraction.
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Comment posted by Ed Williams on April 3, 2016 at 1:06 PM
Another great butterfly shot Ed. This has really nice color and perfect shot of the open wings.
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Comment posted by Mike Ramy on April 18, 2016 at 9:37 AM
Hey Ed,
Congratulations on pick of the month for this fine image . . .
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9 commentsA little more space on the left would help the comp and help with getting this image matted and framed. Overall, sharpness, colors, and lighting are ideal for your swallowtail image. Details are best viewed in the large version....................................Jim
Congratulations on pick of the month for this fine image . . .