Comment from howee
HI Willie, I don't know the species but I know a good shot WOW ! The sun hit this one just right, your color green is beautiful and it's fun to look at all the great details of this little critter, very, very nice.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

reply by howee on 28-Apr-2012

your welcome

Comment from troutlily
I do like your perspective here ! Very fine detail as well with your focal point being just where it should be , on head & body. Well done macro,Willie !

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

Comment from Royal-USNR
I have never seen a the eye of a Dragon Fly before. This one is looking at me! Willie did you use your telephoto lens or a Macro? Fantastic shot. You certainly picked the right Contest. As usual Great work and thanks for sharing. Also good luck in the contest. Royal

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much! I was using the 300 as I was trying to get shots of butterfly's and this guy landed right in front of me!

reply by Royal-USNR on 28-Apr-2012

Thanks Willie, I have a 200mm and was not sure if it could be used for Close-ups.. Now I know. Thanks again. Royal

reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

I get as many close up shots with the long lens as I do with the macro. If your camera has a good sensor you can really get close by cropping.

reply by Royal-USNR on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you Willie, very much appreciated. Will try tomorrow.
Royal

Comment from irishmik60
Great shot! Love all the green tones. Well framed. I have a nature preserve near here that I slowly drive through photographing the geese, turtles, ducks and such. Nicely balanced photo.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

Comment from Black Tomatoes Inc
Spectacular macro! It takes great skill to capture fast-moving insects. Excellent focus, depth of field and exposure.

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 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much for a good review and high score!

Comment from netdweller
What a great capture - Wonderful initial impact and presentation - great clarity and color - Perfect detail - I will have to try and get some shots from my car - lol -

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much! The car is a good way to get close to things especially if you are already there. This was when I was trying to get a butterfly and this guy landed right in front of me!

Comment from JCrest01
This is a great capture. Love the fine details you captured. He needs a shave! The green on green works so well. Nice clarity and lines. Great job!

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

Comment from adr1an
i can see wht this won the comp. willie an outstanding example of how to make a totally green composition give fantastic initial impact depth & detail in such an interesting manner-great work again my friend!

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

Comment from 4 I AM
I love the dragonfly shots and this is no exception. This macro is spot on and the lighting is perfect.

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much!

Comment from marieann green
Can;t imagine that you even saw this tiny creature. Great shot with excellent colors, compassion and clarity. Very nicely done

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2012

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2012

Thank you so very much! I was in the car trying to get a shot of a butterfly and he landed right in front of me. All I had to do was shoot!

reply by marieann green on 28-Apr-2012

Lucky you....