Garden shots

[Ross_Hunter]

Had my camera for a week and have been playing around in the garden taking a few shots, these were the ones I prefer.... Was hard trying to get the spiders in focus on the web with the wind blowing!
Totaly unedited, feel free to edit and critique, any comments welcome
Thank you for taking time to look/comment!

[zalud]

I love your second shot here. The focus elements give the effect of 'I'm so close I'm only seeing this out of my left eye' - I could definitely stare at that one for a few minutes... Thanks for sharing!

[llewpics]

I will comment on the first one. With shots like these it is important to get the subject in good focus. I think, in general, you succeeded there. It would be even better if you can shoot the spider with its eyes visible, as this would potentially create a more dramatic shot. I also like that the spider is not in the center, but a little more up and to the side. The white line going through the background is a little distracting - try to take a shot without it. Also, it would be nice if the web was more visible - since it is whitish in color, selecting a darker background may reveal more of the web.

[MuskratPhoto]

I love the second shot! but am wondering if it would benefit with a tighter crop?
I like the angle of the 3rd shot but wish the spiders head was visible more
I have to agree that the 1st shot would look good on a darker background!

[Adamo]

I like the bokeh in the first image. I wish the spider was larger and more in focus, but like you mentioned, it is tough to get a sharp macro image outside. Did you use a tripod? The second image is my favorite but I find the bottom right corner a little distracting. Thanks for sharing