Damselfly
Damsel Not in Distress21 total reviews
Comment from El-mundo
A fantastic and sharp shot of this skinny and complex Damselfly, perched delicately to this Barberry twig - you're right they are alien like, such strange design but clearly efficient and somewhat graceful too - shot with great clarity and good DOF, showing the colour of the creature well and contrasting wonderfully with the pink of it's perch. Interesting and informative narrative to accompany it too - great shot and best of luck in the competition! :)
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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A fantastic and sharp shot of this skinny and complex Damselfly, perched delicately to this Barberry twig - you're right they are alien like, such strange design but clearly efficient and somewhat graceful too - shot with great clarity and good DOF, showing the colour of the creature well and contrasting wonderfully with the pink of it's perch. Interesting and informative narrative to accompany it too - great shot and best of luck in the competition! :)
Comment Written 16-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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Thanks very much for taking the time to review. Much appreciated.
Comment from nikman
Quite a beautiful nature shot presented here. Your excellent composition grants us a good look at both your bloom and insect. Sharpness and exposure are fine. Well done!
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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Quite a beautiful nature shot presented here. Your excellent composition grants us a good look at both your bloom and insect. Sharpness and exposure are fine. Well done!
Comment Written 16-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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Thanks so much for taking the time to review. Much appreciated.
Comment from Envision
You captured some very nice detail. I like the markings and coloring of this gal. Those blue spots on her head look like she has eyes in the back of head - must be a mom :) I think a bit less light in the lens would have brought out more color of the plant. I like how some of the texture can be seen. Great close up. Your notes are super informative too.
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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You captured some very nice detail. I like the markings and coloring of this gal. Those blue spots on her head look like she has eyes in the back of head - must be a mom :) I think a bit less light in the lens would have brought out more color of the plant. I like how some of the texture can be seen. Great close up. Your notes are super informative too.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2017
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Thanks again for the review and suggestions. Much appreciated.
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You are welcome. The lighter spots on the flowers could be toned down in post processing too. Anyway - the damselfly is great! :)
Comment from avmurray
I think you have captured this damselfly really well with this macro shot, and I also like very much the colors of the Barberry twig because it gives the photo such a delicate look. The background looks great with a slight bokeh, and when nicely softened like this both the twig and the insect are standing out in an excellent way.
Your focus is nice and sharp and it is clear and well defined details to be seen all over. I also think the exposure is good.
The format and the cropping has worked well and the damselfly has got a very good placement within the frame. Indeed a lovely and well taken photo with a very good DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2017
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I think you have captured this damselfly really well with this macro shot, and I also like very much the colors of the Barberry twig because it gives the photo such a delicate look. The background looks great with a slight bokeh, and when nicely softened like this both the twig and the insect are standing out in an excellent way.
Your focus is nice and sharp and it is clear and well defined details to be seen all over. I also think the exposure is good.
The format and the cropping has worked well and the damselfly has got a very good placement within the frame. Indeed a lovely and well taken photo with a very good DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.
Comment Written 15-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2017
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Thank you very much for taking the time to review. Much appreciated.
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You are more than welcome Aimee.
Comment from GaliaG
good focus and details, but the light is too bright, try to reduce the brightness, it may also reduce the noise on the background
nice position of the dragonfly in the frame
thanks for sharing
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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2017
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good focus and details, but the light is too bright, try to reduce the brightness, it may also reduce the noise on the background
nice position of the dragonfly in the frame
thanks for sharing
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Comment Written 13-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 13-Aug-2017
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Thanks very much for taking the time to review. Much appreciated.
Comment from Life is but a dream.
Thank you for educating us, and kind of you to post that information about this little Damsel Fly.
Also thank you for your camera specs. Shutter Speeds, Apertures And ISO. The speed of 1/200 worked for you. As the fly is sharp in your image I am assuming that you kept the body of the damselfly parallel with the back of the camera, thereby minimizing the amount of depth of field needed.
The shot is strong, focal point dead sharp, dof appropriate to show environment.
Your format, long vertical was the only way to go to maximize the beauty of your subject.
TOP MARKS
PS These are not easy to photograph and you did an exquisite job on this.
reply by the author on 13-Aug-2017
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Thank you for educating us, and kind of you to post that information about this little Damsel Fly.
Also thank you for your camera specs. Shutter Speeds, Apertures And ISO. The speed of 1/200 worked for you. As the fly is sharp in your image I am assuming that you kept the body of the damselfly parallel with the back of the camera, thereby minimizing the amount of depth of field needed.
The shot is strong, focal point dead sharp, dof appropriate to show environment.
Your format, long vertical was the only way to go to maximize the beauty of your subject.
TOP MARKS
PS These are not easy to photograph and you did an exquisite job on this.
Comment Written 13-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 13-Aug-2017
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Thanks Olga, I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to review.
Comment from michiganmike
With that kink in its body it looks like this one might actually be in distress. A nicely composed shot with great colors. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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With that kink in its body it looks like this one might actually be in distress. A nicely composed shot with great colors. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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Thanks for reviewing. No distress at all. The damselflies are known for being able to contort themselves. They are much more flexible than dragonflies. I could show you some really cool ones sometime. Enjoy the weekend.
Comment from RV Images
A very dramatic image. I love Damsel and Dragons! So it is always a pleasure to see shots like this. The information you added below the image added to the over pleasure of viewing~ Well done
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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A very dramatic image. I love Damsel and Dragons! So it is always a pleasure to see shots like this. The information you added below the image added to the over pleasure of viewing~ Well done
Comment Written 12-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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Thank you so much. I am glad you enjoyed. I just love them. Have a good weekend.
Comment from iPhone7
A great macro of this Damselfly. I know they are difficult to capture especially at such a close range. The sharp focus on the insect is particularly well done. The colors on the head and eyes attracts the attention immediately. The brightness of the Barberry branch takes a bit away from the main subject but not so much as to be overly distracting. A great entry for the contest ~ Steve
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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A great macro of this Damselfly. I know they are difficult to capture especially at such a close range. The sharp focus on the insect is particularly well done. The colors on the head and eyes attracts the attention immediately. The brightness of the Barberry branch takes a bit away from the main subject but not so much as to be overly distracting. A great entry for the contest ~ Steve
Comment Written 12-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2017
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Thanks very much for taking the time to review and comment. I truly appreciate your efforts.
Comment from alfarrobinha
for all your work in doing this detailed shot so perfectly and for having the trouble of writing down such a good recherche on this insect i gave you a worthwhile six stars . Wonderful work indeed.
reply by the author on 11-Aug-2017
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for all your work in doing this detailed shot so perfectly and for having the trouble of writing down such a good recherche on this insect i gave you a worthwhile six stars . Wonderful work indeed.
Comment Written 11-Aug-2017
reply by the author on 11-Aug-2017
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Wow, thank you for taking the time to review and the high rating. I truly appreciate it.