Mantis display

7D, EF100mm F2.8Macro
F10, 1/60sec, ISO 200, tripod, bright cloudy sky

Great pose and details. Like the eye contact too. Would like to see more soft BG including more contrast to the mantis. TFS.

Cheers,
Miro

The background not being smoother is an interesting change. I don't mind it not being smoother because it is consistent across the frame. Nicely done in all other aspects. Great behavior.

Good shot and presentation. The mottled BG adds realism to the shot.

Great DOF, very dramatic pose. I'm fine with the mottled BG.

Gorgeous detail and great light! I love the BG for being a little different, and it's colors are perfect for the subject!

Oh boy what would I give to get a shot like that? Love it - great pose setting and beautiful colours.

A striking pose for sure. I actually like the background because the texture gives a bit more sense of depth than a perfectly smooth bg.

Cheers

Randy