Some insect macros and a lizard.

[SpeedingSphere]

These didnt get much of a response in Photo Critique, so I guess I'll pass them through here for you guys to see again. These first 3 were taken with my 28-135mm @ 135mm with all 3 tubes, @ f/16ish and something like 1/200th SS


He was about 1/2" long..


^Please do not edit these photos.

This last shot is of a lizard I saw in bermuda. he was at an odd angle on a wall, so i couldnt get too creative, and I was also leaning out a window so yea, just went for the simple capture.

[Loupey]

I don't recall seeing these in the Critique - I'm glad you posted over here! I don't post too much in that "other" forum anymore. Just occasionally to see if they are awake up there

I like that first shot of the praying mantis. I've been looking for any in my parts and haven't come across a one yet

Glad to see you getting use out of your tubes, man!

[Old Timer]

Got to go with the first image here as the real keeper. Nice job. Working with the tubes does take some getting use to. I found out right away that I was going to have to use some support the body was just not steady enough on it's own. With the longer lens I like using the monopod with the shorter and the closer working distance I go for the tripod.

[paulnj]

That top image is indeed the strongest of them, but it's a shame about the tightness on the bottom which cuts off a foot.

[SpeedingSphere]

I love the first one indeed. I cropped the right side a bit tighter, but I'm not sure if I like it.

I didnt notice the foot paul, thanks for pointing that out, maybe i can photoshop something up to get it back in the frame. I'll see

[Bevb]

Nice work speedingsphere, im afraid im going to have to go for the little lizard, allthough you were in a difficult position capturing this, i love shots that focus on the animals eye, (tells alot about an animal) and you have done this well.:thumbsup:

[paulnj]

True, but the OOF foreground elements killed it