I am an American baby boomer with varied interests and I consider myself to be a new-comer to photography, especially digital photography. Since getting my Nikon 7900 in '04, I have become rather interested in capturing wildflower and small critter close-up images: thus most of my postings are of those subjects, but occasionally I do find other things that either interest me or I just feel compelled to share, lol. I use a point and shoot Nikon 7900 coolpix digital camera and I am usually within a few inches of my subjects. I seldom use a tripod. My camera has very few manual adjustments so most of the time I have it set to "macro" mode. With this setting, I get a 7.8mm lens with an f stop of 4.8 and aperture speed of around 1/50-1/100 of a sec. I do my digital editing using Paint Shop Pro XI as the primary program with some usage of a few specialized features in Photoshop 7. I appreciate all comments but I ESPECIALLY like those that give honest critiques. Update: I bought a Nikon D40X with 2 Nikon AF-S VR lens (18-55mm and 55-200mm) at the end of 2008 but did not have free time to play with it until May 2009. It is a steep learning curve to go from point and shoot to DSLR, especially if one knows nothing about photography beyond - turn it on - then point and shoot, lol.
Update #2 - Aug 2013: I bought a Panasonic Lumix DMC - Lx7 because the Coolpix 7900 is on it's last legs. BIO I am a 60ish single man with a diverse background of employment. Among other things, at one time or another, I have been an engineering draftsman, a union carpenter, a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical and Stagehands union, a stained glass pattern maker, a ranch hand, a lifeguard, and a member of the USAF for almost 8 years. I have been retired for over 20 years because of a back injury and now spend my time enjoying my 25 acres of Northeast Texas Woodland. I have been building a house for the past 10 years and may even finish it eventually, lol. Thanks to all who have taken the time to comment on my postings and I hope everyone (who has clicked on one of them) enjoyed the image. Lee
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Comments (14)
Richardphotos
very beautiful wasp Lee. I have been shy about trying to do macros on them. you have no fear however
MrsLubner
Just amazing and not just the stunning photography! Stellar!
NightGallery
Like and organic machine. GREAT shot. I think this is one of your best! Never seen a red one either. Nice work!
durleybeachbum
Lovely colour.I'd have been put off by the attempt on my life, well done for persisting, it was well worth it!!
thefixer Online Now!
Incredible shot!! Super!
withinme
Remarkable shot...Well Done!
mairekas
Amazing macro! Well done!
lizzibell
great capture...
LadyRembrandt
I really like this image. The colors blend and are very pleasing to the eye. In fact, I caught myself viewing it longer than normal. Excellent setting. Good work Lee
JeffG7BRJ
Now this one really does look a mean critter, the others were interesting but this one is facinating. I have only ever seen black and yellow wasps before, this red one though looks evil, one to be very wary of. Again an outstanding capture with great detail. The feet look like they could do damage and the spikes sticking out from the leg joints. I know they are tiny but they look massive on my 19inch monitor. Bravo!!!!!
bpclarke
I will keep letting you capture these. Bees, wasps, and hornets are something I take great pains to avoid. At least I get to see your efforts and not worry about the allergic response to the stings. Excellent capture. Bunny
ysvry
fantastic macro foto.
skyla824
great macro shot
RobyHermida
Incredible shot!!