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
Comments (18)
ysvry
great shot.
artaddict2
Outstanding image, You are getting to grips with the new Camera Leeco excellent information as always, thanks for sharing.
wliebtposer
awesome pic
whaleman
Wow - what an interesting set of colors!
durleybeachbum
Superb....a very striking beastie.
praep
Sweet little critter.
GBCalls
Never have seen this one as a caterpillar either. Excellent photo Lee!
Str4wB34ry
Wonderful markings. Well captured.
JeffG7BRJ
Some of those bristles look wicked sharp Lee, it isn't one of those that sting is it?? I am always wary of caterpillars as I don't know the difference between those that hurt and those that tickle. Excellent capture and such a beauty as well. Bravo!!!!!
morningglory
Terrific shot, Lee.
tennesseecowgirl
Looks like the new camera is working out for you now, or is this still with older one? Very nice shot!
kleinhoon
Wonderful caterpillar and macro..!!
Mousson
WOWWWWWWW Wonderful image
flora-crassella
a very nice guy! Fantastic photo!
Katraz
Great Macro of a fantastic caterpillar.
MrsLubner
Another "wow" shot. Those red dots on the black,and the white stripes with touches of yellow near the bottom are just amazing. I have seen this in books but I like this shot better than what I've seen in the past.
LENK911
I'VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT. I HAVE TO FIND THE BUTTERFLY NOW. I AM GOING TO START WITH YOUR GALLERY! LOL GREAT SHOT!
bpclarke
Very cool capture. Excellent details. This one is a beauty.