multi faced mantis

[doto]

it can be innocent looking




even shy



do some flossing



or show it's true face



far from perfect macro's but an intriguing creature, any help on how to take shots like this better in terms of dof, light and composition are most welcome

Dov

[photofun]

Great close up shots. I've never looked at one this close. You've not only brought out the details in this little creature but the personallity. Isn't that what photography is about?

[doto]

I totally agree, thats why I liked them so much, even if the photography isn't perfect, but then neither are we

Dov

[redthedunns]

I love all of the shots!!! Great commentary as well. I really enjoyed those. How did you get so close??

[jsanders]

Very nice serie. Well presented ;-)

[dlaf]

These are such cool shots. Praying mantises are one big bug that does not totally creep me out, yet that last photo is totally creepy! Well done!

[Pshorten]

You might not think these are perfect but I think they're great!

[doto]

Originally Posted by redthedunns

I love all of the shots!!! Great commentary as well. I really enjoyed those. How did you get so close??

Thanks for your comment, I use a panasonic fz8 and added a raynox 250 lens which is great for macro, but challenging to use and focus, the mantis waas very co operative too

[doto]

Originally Posted by jsanders

Very nice serie. Well presented ;-)

thanks for looking and commenting

Dov

[doto]

Originally Posted by dlaf

These are such cool shots. Praying mantises are one big bug that does not totally creep me out, yet that last photo is totally creepy! Well done!

thank you, but just to show he really is a nice guy, here is a wink. not too sharp but full of character



Dov