Tripod Canon 7D Canon 180mm macro ISO 200 1/100 sec f8 the subject was back lit I provided fill in light using a reflector.
It was getting late afternoon and we had at last had a sunny day, the sun was low in the sky and I spotted this couple in various locations around the garden pond. When they landed here I could not believe it, the temperature dropped and they stayed there so I ended up using about 18GB at differing ISO and apertures and differing angles as they moved on the stem.. I have a closer image but I rather liked to see the tip of the plant stem.
All C&C welcome
You caught an interesting moment with your usual technical perfection. Comp works really well--the curve of the stem and the very cool tip add a lot to this image. BG excellent as well. VWD.
Wow, Jon - you nailed this one! Nice light, good overall sharpness, interesting behavior captured, nice curve to the stem, and excellent background! Outstanding work!
Aaah Jonathon... this is awesome... beautiful exp and detail... love the comp and bg... the interaction makes this over the top... I am two minded whether to crop off the top of the stem... otherwise WD!