“Let it Bee”
I know I know another corny title but what the heck it just might give you a chuckle.
Another insect shot, I seemed to have gotten more of these this year than I have ever before, and this one was hand held to boot. For me shooting anything without a tripod is almost blasphemy but for this little guy there was no other way, his almost nonstop flying from flower to flower kept me working so fast I finally just threw the tripod down and chased him around till I got a few satisfactory images.
I still didn’t get 100% focus but I think it worked out well and after about 50 shots I was able to capture a couple that were worth keeping. I have found a new appreciation of the true macro shooters who specialize in insects they are definitely a talented group who knows their craft and produce amazing images, maybe someday I can get to that point but now I will take whatever I can get !!
I also captured quite a few butterfly images this year that at some point I will share with you, it was a nice end of summer and I came away with some nice work, but now I am anticipating a wonderful fall with lots of color and hopefully a few waterfalls sprinkled in as well.
I thought I would leave with the obvious video by The Beatles, I know I am predictable but it was way too easy to do !!
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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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I find insects incredibly hard to photograph. I think this works well for the buzzy creature. Isn’t it amazing that we’ll take 50 shots hoping for one great one? The benefits of digital!
I couldn’t go back to film if I had to Bo
That’s a wonderful shot! I tried lots of times for a good shot of a bee this summer and never did get one.
It took a long time to get this one Terry, but what else do I have to do
This is a very appealing shot of the bee, but you’re so right about macro photography, especially of living creatures. (If only they’d hold still!!) Choosing the right DOF is critical, I find. That’s why I have used aperture priority for most of my underwater macro shots of little critters.
It is a pain sometimes Bobbie, and I can only imagine what you are going thru !!
Neat image Bernie – the colors just pull you in.
Thanks Mark !!
I agree. I have the utmost respect for the talents of the insect shooters. Nice shot!
Thanks Ed !!
Great shot! I, too, admire people who get those stunning shots of insects. I really don’t know how they do it. More often than not, I seem to be chasing everything around the yard. Perhaps a more Zen-like approach is required.
I seem to do a lot of chasing myself Lana, would just like a little more catching every once in a while
Oh no you didn’t! Let it be
Great pics Bernie!!!
I tried to channel the Kasper spirit on my way through Clifty the other day. Ya, not happening. You’re just WWAAAAYYY to good at this! Ever look into doing a photo book of Indiana state parks? I think you should! They are just wonderful.
Yes I know Nina it’s bad, but hey it got your attention, thanks for the compliment as well.
As for a book, who knows what may transpire in the future
nice macro, and i actually like the title too!
Thanks Ankush !!
That is one terrific shot of the bee. Wow…
Great title Bernie, and John & Paul.