Spiders, butterflies and other fascinating creatures
I have followed some very talented photographers on Instagram that photograph bugs and insects. I have no idea how they do it. Inspired by their talent, I decided it was time to take my insect photography to a new level. … Continue reading Crossing the threshold
Today’s very unusual tripod challenge: photograph fireflies. My friend and I have discovered a spot where fireflies are plentiful… if you get there at just the right hour. We got there with our equipment at the wrong hour. There were … Continue reading Firefly!
Not much to say about the photo. It’s a duck I photographed last weekend. I like getting at my subject’s level – so I snuck as close to the duck as possible. Then I lay down on the grass to … Continue reading Duck and the Grammar Dilemma
I took this photo after a thunderstorm this week. I planned on focusing on the flower and water droplets but then I spotted the spider. Camera: Big Bertha (Canon EOS 5D Mark II) Lens: My beloved 100 mm macro lens … Continue reading Peek-a-boo
“The right tools make the difference” – I have used a similar subject line in email blasts promoting products for work. Because it’s true. It doesn’t matter what industry / activity we are discussing – the right tools make a difference. … Continue reading The right tools make the difference
Here are some highlights from a recent trip to Cedar Ridge Preserve. My friend Tore hadn’t ever been there and the last time I had been there was at least 3 or 4 years ago. I was happy to discover … Continue reading Go outside and explore
I planned on featuring something pleasant that would appeal to most tastes but these spider / fly photos caught my attention. They were taken last year in my backyard. I don’t remember taking the photos – except I do recognize … Continue reading Unusual Taste
I recently visited the Johnson Branch Unit of Ray Roberts Lake State Park. Here are some highlights. The wildflowers were plentiful. Times like this I wish I had a tripod with me but I’m sure by the time I set … Continue reading Ray Roberts Lake State Park – Johnson Branch Unit
This is a ladybug larvae eating what appears to be another beetle. It’s not the crispest photo I’ve taken but it was the best among my attempts at capturing this unusual moment. Notes: Photo taken at Dallas Arboretum March 5, … Continue reading Ladybug Larvae Eating Lunch
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