Bee on Finger by Apophis906

Photography • Creatures • posted on Mar 20, 2006

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Well I thought I would give this a try. I got the idea from earlier today. I was taking the cover off the boat to get something from it,when I realized that a bumble bee had grabbed onto my finger and was holding on. It stayed for a while and then flew away. So I figured I would give it a try when I had the camera. Found a bumble bee that was sitting around and slowly put my finger under it till it got on mine. Also I put this up somewhere else,and one commented that it looked flat, to much use of the flash? Actually this is what he said "Bit of an overkill on the flash though (Maybe to harsh an expression, but the light is a bit to flat and glary)". So any opinions on that, or if it is would be greatly appreciated. As always hope you enjoy. Canon EOS 20D 100mm f2.8 USM Macro 1/125 second F/11.0 ISO 100

Comments (16)

Dieblue

5:27PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

I see nothing wrong with the light...detail is great!

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GiMi53

5:31PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

May be a little gamma correction... but this shot is GREAT as it is, IMO ! You took some risks here, hh! :~)

jared99

5:38PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

I don't think it looks flat or harsh. I think the subject (the bee) is well lit. It's a sharp and gorgeous shot, and I'd be amazed if I could get a shot like that while holding the camera with one hand.

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Kid_Fisto

6:37PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

aaak! don't move too fast! great shot, there's nothing wrong with the light! V :-)

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Margana

6:43PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

I don't think so.I'd 'bee' proud of it.(Sorry I couldn't resist,lol).I commend your bravery and creativity.

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Apophis906

6:44PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

Thanks everybody, thats what I thought. I didnt see any realy problem with the lighting, I mean you have to use a flash for most macro shots.

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Richardphotos

7:24PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

well my Fuji will not flash on super macro but my Canon will. the light is perfect and you have more nerve than I. I will stick with lady bugs!!

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RedundantlyAbundant

8:08PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

This is definitely the first time I have seen a shot of a live bee on the tip of a finger...it is a very clear shot. Excellent work!

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sharky_

10:38PM | Mon, 20 March 2006

Wow! I do believe that you have a pet Bumble Bee that hugging you. This is a marvelous shot. Excellent job. Aloha

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Chaos911

9:18AM | Tue, 21 March 2006

wow, what a super super work!!!! excellently done!!! :)

soulofharmony

10:13AM | Tue, 21 March 2006

Outstanding clarity and quality and beauiful p'graphy... brave !!! hehehe excellent

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kimariehere

3:48PM | Tue, 21 March 2006

and it didnt even sting you ??!! ... excellent!incredible finger tipped macro capture you are a brave soul!!... WOW!

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jcv2

5:09PM | Tue, 21 March 2006

Terrific detailed macro capture of this bee with the petal on your finger! Impressive work, William, a thrilling experience to be in touch! :)

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nongo

11:44PM | Tue, 21 March 2006

Boy oh boy, you are a brave soul!!!! excellent macro work!!!! well done William!!!!!

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morin3000

5:33PM | Fri, 21 April 2006

I like to return on your gallery !!!!! It is a wonder and an inspiration !!!!! Hope that you liked my comments !!!!! Another excelling image !!!!! V***

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