Nymph Revisited

[Jim B.]

A mugshot of a Fork Tailed Katydid Nymph


5DII Sigma 150 macro + Kenko 36mm tube,f/13 ISO 100 1/125" handheld.

New visitor,Long Bar Skipper


5DII Sigma 150 macro + Kenko 36mm tube,f/13 ISO 50 1/100" handheld.

[bleys]

These are so awesome I can't believe this made it to the bottom of the forum without being commented on. Beautiful level of detail here and the colours are stunning. Great job.

[rick55]

That's for sure: and I guess I missed them twice. These are just incredible: beautifully done, Jim.

Cheers,
Rick

[Jim B.]

Thanks for your comments.I find insects fascinating and really enjoy macro photography.I've done a lot of stargazing over the years through telescopes and have turned my attention in the other direction.I've been shooting macros with a MR-14ex ringflash lately and am still working on the lighting.
Here's a shot from my earlier post.


I'm getting pretty harsh speculars although the colours and contrast look good.I need to come up with a diffuser, maybe some layers of tissue paper or some bubble wrap.
I haven't found any DIY stuff for this flash on the net.

[rick55]

Amazing detail again, Jim. I'd accept the reflections to get those colors.

Cheers,
Rick