macro attempts (not flowers) :D

[payn817]

any comments much appreciated! I know the subject isn't all colorful, and a bit boring, but this was just practice.

[jar_e]

Great shots, your selectived DOF on the bottom one works great IMO. A lovely color of the wings, a great background of wood, and great colors! Very nice shooting!

Jared

[payn817]

Thanks Jared. When I started shooting (25 days ago) I don't remember getting a good response. However, due to responses here, and persistence, I am now starting to get some interest. Thanks to everyone who has ever given me any advice. I know sometimes it seems as if I try to make excuses. Actually just letting you know the circumstances so you may be able to help.

Thanks again for the critique Jared!

[readingr]

OoH! I missed these - What good photos - before I forget what is it.

I like both but prefer the second because of the DOF. I love the colours and can see why the insect chose that spot to land - a little camouflage.

Did you chop his antenna or is one supposed to be shorter than the other?

Did you try to take a picture face on? That could be an interesting shot.

[payn817]

Couldn't get the "head-on" shot. It was on my deck and facing out, I almost squished it with my camera bag, due to the blending. It must have been in a struggle, I didn't harm it . The wings are great to me, they look like clear stained glass.

I have no idea what it is. There I go again, snapping something and no idea what. Insects have been a challeng for me, this one was still so it was easy practice.

[PhotoGimp]

Great shots, I love the first one, the combination of the textures and colours work great, and nice composition!

[Knight]

Humm interesting bug , the clarity of your first photo is excelent very sharp, the wood grain realy jumps right out there & the bug itself also. Second one shows better use of DOF and still gives a good view of the colors ot the wood the grain and of the detail of the bugs wings.I dont know if you croped this photo but if you did i think you did well in placing your main subject in the center it looks good.

[jar_e]

Thanks Jared. When I started shooting (25 days ago) I don't remember getting a good response. However, due to responses here, and persistence, I am now starting to get some interest. Thanks to everyone who has ever given me any advice. I know sometimes it seems as if I try to make excuses. Actually just letting you know the circumstances so you may be able to help.

Thanks again for the critique Jared!

Well, your improvement definately shows and glad PR.com could help you with that!

Jared