Comment from Neilnap773
awesome macro shot. The detail is impeccable , the structure and composition perfect and the slight diffusion of the background just right...its gotta be a six in my opinion..

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot neikl for your kind comments and top rating

Comment from FBI GUY
I have saving a 6 for the shot that I would know when I saw it that needed a 6. This is it. The macro is amazing. I will assume that you used a tripod. If not, I take my hat off to you. Lighting, focus, focus, focus is perfect. Amazing POV and the background is wild. Actually, almost scary.

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

no tripod of course...the fly will not wait for me to be ready; lol;
it was taken at 1/50 and f:16
thanks a lot gary for your lovely comments and top rating

reply by FBI GUY on 05-Nov-2016

STEADY HANDS!

reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

for such shots, the most important is to have a small aperture in order to get the whole fly in focus; with a bit of luck, the fly will rest for 2-3 seconds, so the 1/50 s will be ok; also a low iso (250 )for optimal definition;

reply by FBI GUY on 05-Nov-2016

The f-Stop and the ISO I understand, I just have some movement issues at that speed. Great job.

Comment from MKFlood
the fly squeaks "is this my best side??" wink. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of closeup of fly on the flower is great. the capture of the light is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

many thanks

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A fantastic macro shot of this iridescent Green Blow fly enjoying the meaty aroma rising out of the Stapelia flower. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken withs uperb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

merci suzanne

Comment from Shmore
A fantastic image of the colourful fly.
Composition is excellent.
Pin sharp focus.
Great detail of the fly.
Flower background is very natural.
Well done!

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot for your wonderful comments and top rating

Comment from stacey brooks 1969
Wow great presentation of this fly showing so much details and the brilliant green on this fly looks fantastic well centered nicely framed a job well done best of luck to you in the contest thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot for your nice comments

reply by stacey brooks 1969 on 07-Nov-2016

your very welcome

Comment from Sange
Magnificent Macro of this fly in the center of this Staples flower.
A foul smell only a fly would be attracted to.
Superb focus on those eyes, amazing crisp details down to every last hair on both flower and fly.
Fine camera techs..
Good Luck ;)

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot Sandra for your encouraging comments

Comment from dalebraatz
Wow what a great macro shot of this fly, love the colors and details an d textures you have captured here, very pleasing to look at. THank you for sharing and good luck. dale

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

many thanks dale

Comment from liseworks
I find flies disgusting, but this one is actually beautiful,,look at those great colours,,love the fine details you have captured here,,even the flower has tiny hairs lol,,

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot lise

Comment from shore1inspire.
a very interesting shot for a contest entry.
I like the great close up of the fly as it tangles with the red hairs from the plant and the illusion of a shadow of a butterfly behind it. a very nice capture. good luck.

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2016

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2016

thanks a lot Ron

reply by shore1inspire. on 05-Nov-2016

your welcome. :-)