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So far as I know Marc, they are wild. Photo was taken in a NWR near my home.

Mike
 
shane gerrish said:
shane gerrish said:
fantastic shots ... what did you use, an FA*200 macro or something?
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Indeed it is Shane - you are correct that it's the FA* 200/4 macro. It's an amazing lens, no question!

The formatting is not right in my profile. I wish I could update it, but it's always the same "an error" has occurred"... when I click on "save"... :(

Of course, no one ever responds to any e-mails sent to the webmaster/admin... :|

Regards,
Marc
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Marc Langille
http://www.marclangille.com
 
Skip py said:
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Really amazing what you keep doing with this lens !
Wonderfull as usual
These pictures are spot on, and the light fits perfectly with the subject.
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Thank you for the comments!
Skip py said:
May I ask how long you tried and perfected the composition of the pictures ?
Did you had the final image in mind when you shoot ?
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I did have the final image in mind when I shot - I usually visualize everything in advance, regardless of timing or subject. I spent perhaps 10-15 minutes shooting the subject.
Skip py said:
Amazing coordination anyway to keep such an incredible sharpness with this small hoverfly...

Regards, fredg
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Thank you - it's easier when they are drunk on nectar.... 8-) I shall try to get some in flight shots some day!

Regards,
Marc
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http://www.marclangille.com
 
Marc Langille said:
Hopefully you'll enjoy the details even more in this image!
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Yes I do. Man, that FA*200/4 Macro is a wonderful lens. Sure wish I had one.

Thanks for showing Marc.

Cheers.

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Ron - 'We don't have time to go take pics this afternoon Carl.'
Carl - 'What do you mean? It will only take 1/1000s.'

'Keep your eyes looking forward. However, glance back now and then to see where you've come from. It will put a smile on your face.' ~ brandrx

Ron ~ Retired.
 
WOW!!! This crop is unbelievable!

Incredible how you managed to keep the head and important parts of the flower so sharp !
Definitely you shoot like you breathe... It "seems" so easy ;)
Very well done: I can't find my words!

Indeed you made the best with the flash and the tripod, and a great preparation.
Another impressive lesson for an amateur like me!

I especially like how the head pops out of the background but with your "natural" style, and how you place it in perspective...

Regards, fredg
 
veryt nice
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K10D, Pentax AF-540 Flash, Sigma 10-20, Pentax DA 21, Pentax FA 43, Sigma 100-300 F4, Sigma 1.4X TC, Tamron 18-250.

May modify my images for posting as a reply to my posts and crticisms are truly welcome.

'Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming... 'Wow! What a ride!'

 
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