“Ladybug Art”
How about something a little different, I have never really tried shooting insects before because of the equipment used to get in really close to these little guys, but I happened along this little ladybug and was able to get this shot. I shot it hand held and at 2.8 it gave it a really cool effect.
The photographers who get really up close to butterflies and dragonflies and get those incredible portrait shots are so good at what they do and hopefully someday with some amount of patience and equipment I hope to be able to get a few wonderful shots like they do !!
But until then I will just have to settle with a few shots like this to hold me over, hope you enjoy and thanks for stoping by !!
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Hello my name is Bernie Kasper and I am a photographer from Madison, a small town located in the Southeastern part of Indiana on the banks of the Ohio River, the area I call home has a rich diversity of topography and wildlife that make it a special place. From the canyons and waterfalls of Clifty Park to the wetlands of the Muscatatuck NWR the area is rich in photographic opportunities, hopefully I will be able to convey the beauty of the area and share any info as well about this place I call home
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That’s a cute shot, Bernie! Close-ups of insects are very interesting but difficult. Would be fun to work on though!
If there was just enough time in a day Terry
2.8 and handheld. Wow. That’s tough. I think the bug needs to be a little sharper here. A tripod, more dof, something like that might have helped a bit. But you’re right. These are tough. I have always been impressed with the work of macro insect photographers even though insects are not my cup of tea.
I know what you mean Ed, I started with the tripod and then had to put my running shoes on to try and stay up with this little guy !!
Cute little guy. Nice work with the equipment you got. As they say, what’s the best lens for the job…the one on the camera!
Any port in a storm is what they say !!
I think its a great idea to shoot what you can find, with what you have. Never know what comes up. Insects are hard, but I’m glad you tried for this one. Kinda cute!
Thanks Bo, there are some days when I wish I could win the lottery and buy all the newest stuff, but then I would have too carry it around
Nice capture of the lady bug and a great attempt on insect macro photography !
Just curious, was the focusing point on the tip of leaf ? Looking at your photo, this is the feel that I got. Maybe a head on view of the lady bug would be more exciting and challenging !
Happy shooting and keep sharing !
JH
http://www.photojournalist-tgh.tv
I was trying for more dof but he wasn’t willing to cooperate anymore, you know how that goes !!
That is beautiful, did you take this picture yourself? Would you mind if I used it for my blog at some point? If you do not, what kind of attribution should I include and may I photoshop it up?
Paul from funispower.com
(contact me at funispower@gmail.com if you wish)
I see that you did take this shot yourself, like I said, its beautiful!
You can shoot me an e-mail if you want Paul.
Nice shot Bernie.
Thanks David !!
Great shot! I find that most of my insect “close ups” have to be taken with 4x magnification from a distance. Things move too fast for me & I’m not the most patient person! Unfortunately it’s now too hot to venture outside much at all, so unless they’re landing on my windows, there probably won’t be many insect photos out of me until Fall.
Thanks Lana, and I know the feeling about summer, just wish it would be spring and fall and forget the stuff in between !!