Macros and Such!

[Chewys Dad]

Hello DPS family! I got outside for awhile this afternoon and the Bees and Lady Bugs were waiting, so I played with them for awhile.

Just a Bee

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Larger: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2776/...6e74f732_b.jpg

Red Eyes

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Larger: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2460/...17298556_b.jpg

I Wanna Hold Your? (I know it's a little soft, but I liked her pose)

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Larger: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2786/...10e1d118_b.jpg

Just Pretty

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Larger: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2545/...b9c6544c_b.jpg

I have a few more for tomorrow, I used my Sigma 105mm f/2.8 Macro for these, I hope you enjoy them.
Have a Blessed Day!
Michael.

[mpascal]

Hello Michael, good morning from my part of the world, just dropping in to say, I like the treatment in the first shot of the bee on the flower. What sort of lighting did you use.

Michael

[Chewys Dad]

Originally Posted by mpascal

Hello Michael, good morning from my part of the world, just dropping in to say, I like the treatment in the first shot of the bee on the flower. What sort of lighting did you use.

Michael

Hi Michael, I didn't do anything fancy, I used the Sigma 105mm with my Canon MT-24 Macro Twin Flash set at 1/8th Power. I did a little Lightroom Magic to adjust the exposure and add a little clarity slider. That's about it.
Thanks for the comments.

[beachcomber]

Once a lonely caterpillar sat and cried to a sympathetic beetle by his side
I've got nobody to hug I'm such an ug-i-ly bug
Then a spider and a dragonfly replied if you're serious and want to win a bride
Come along with us, to the glorious annual ugly bug ball

Excellent closeup work as always Michael.the 40D is working well, but not long now before you get the 7D on Monday, keep us posted

[Angelb]

Every time I view your macro shots I am blown away with their detail and clarity. Not only do you capture such beauty your photos show the true texture of both flower and bug, bee, etc. Thanks for sharing these fantastic shots.

[Chewys Dad]

Originally Posted by beachcomber

Once a lonely caterpillar sat and cried to a sympathetic beetle by his side
I've got nobody to hug I'm such an ug-i-ly bug
Then a spider and a dragonfly replied if you're serious and want to win a bride
Come along with us, to the glorious annual ugly bug ball

Excellent closeup work as always Michael.the 40D is working well, but not long now before you get the 7D on Monday, keep us posted

I like it "the Ugly Bug Ball" Thanks Beach, You know the 40D is such an awesome camera, I'm almost wondering why I think I need a new one. But Wants and Needs are not the same are they!! l.o.l Thanks for the kind words my Friend!

Originally Posted by Angelb

Every time I view your macro shots I am blown away with their detail and clarity. Not only do you capture such beauty your photos show the true texture of both flower and bug, bee, etc. Thanks for sharing these fantastic shots.

Thank You Angela! It's my Pleasure! I do appreciate your comments.

[shmelly]

Wow Michael, I love your macro work. The lady beetle does it for me, she's wonderful. And waiting for a 7D I'm also envious. You must informs us how well the camera works.

[jennie]

Hi Michael! i see you got you fix for your bugs..lol..it is always lovely and a delight to view your macros on bugs..you make them 'loveable'..haha..i love the first one..great detail, texture and color..tnx for sharing..

[equilution]

Beautiful Michael. I love the ladybug. Incredible depth. What was it F/60???? Thx for sharing!

Jim

[raveen2u]

superb macro shots... I love all of them
cheers
-Raveen