[birdied]

Sometimes, I think they are as curious about me as I am them as they let me get very close.

Taken with the Sony A6400, 90mm macro with extension tubes. Most stacked with at least 3 to 5 shots.

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[ssheipel]

Spellbinding!

 

[Gillholm]

Great pics! Don't think i could do that in the field though, is it studiowork?

 

[birdied]

Thank you so much Ssheipel.

Gillholm,
No, not studio work. Live ones in the garden. I find later in the afternoon if you find one perched it might let you approach. What I do is put the camera to my face and approach very slowly while talking very softly to them.

 

[Gillholm]

Impressive,thanks! I suppose it helps a bit if it's in your garden. I have to give it a try myself, if i can find one in a suitable place.
Otherwise in the morning ,still cold and full of dew is a good time to get close.

 

[Geekomak]

wow, these are fanastic! I'd like to know more about stacking. I've been unsuccessful in trying, the insect always moves.

 

[KCPhoto]

Hand held stacking? That's impressive.

 

[Fred A]

These are terrific, Birdie! Your macro and up close work is always impressive.

 

[gordon_g]

Wow, just wow....

 

[AndyL3]

he is smiling at you!!! wonderful as always

 

[birdied]

Thanks everyone for the looks and comments, much appreciated. Stacking was done manually in photoshop.

 

[DRwyoming]

Awesome Images!

 

[Yezdi]

Incredible shots

 

[Blutch]

I wish I could figure out the hand held stacking. Any tips? I have issues holding rock steady.