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I found the name of this critter.
In German it would be “Skorpionfliege” - Scorpion fly in English - Panorpa communis in Latin and it’s a male, due to the tail :)

I am getting closer and a tad better at macros with this Babe. I guess it’s all about learning, training and patience.




Recently I started playing with aperture, exposure and shutter speed and such.

I will get this book sooner or later to help me getting better at it, the reviews for are good:



We will see if I finally get the hang of it ;)

I am eying this beautiful little Baby for the macro shots




but I gotta sell a lot of postcards to get it :>>

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  • Pekka
    Comment from: Pekka
    2009-04-13 @ 10:37:37

    This is not a bird, but it still beautiful. ;-)

  • prkl
    Comment from: prkl
    2009-04-13 @ 10:38:39

    Don't like bugs at all. :no: There's one mean looking specimen. Not sure how mellow it is but nice photo never the less. Happy MYM!

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-13 @ 11:10:26

    @Pekka
    Bird? :)

    Grin, prkl, it reminded me a bit of a scorpion :)

  • Reader Wil
    Comment from: Reader Wil
    2009-04-13 @ 12:28:33

    Great macro! Thanks for your visit and I wish you a great week!

  • fadil
    Comment from: fadil
    2009-04-13 @ 12:44:21

    nice capture! You did a great job.

  • april
    Comment from: april
    2009-04-13 @ 12:50:09

    Ugh, ich krieg dann immer ein schlechtes Gewissen, ich müsste mich längst schon mit meiner Kamera und diversen Büchern beschäftigt haben ...

  • june
    Comment from: june
    2009-04-13 @ 13:33:01

    Very nicely composed!

  • Mariamellie
    Comment from: Mariamellie
    2009-04-13 @ 13:35:05

    Hi! Thanks for visiting me. This little yellow buddy is so cute, great macro! btw, i check your desk, i think i should make another shot like ur idea.. =)

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-13 @ 13:38:54

    Thanks everyone :) Och Ingrid, mach Dir nix draus, ich werde nach 2 Seiten muede und geb auf. Bei einem Buch habe ich jetzt aber doch ein paar Sachen aufgeschnappt und probier einfach rum :) Ein supergutes Buch ist mir abhanden gekommen, ich hab keinen Plan wo es ist :( Go for it Maria, maybe we can play another round of "Show off" :)

  • gmirage
    Comment from: gmirage
    2009-04-13 @ 13:56:00

    sehr guter dof! Simple composition but very effective too! ;)

  • lceel
    Comment from: lceel
    2009-04-13 @ 14:50:33

    Nice shot, Nicole. Exposure is exposure - it's either spot on or it's not. The thing to remember is how aperture and shutterspeed relate to Depth of Field - and shooting macros makes Depth of Field of Primary Importance to you.

  • sakaigirl
    Comment from: sakaigirl
    2009-04-13 @ 14:59:10

    Wow, u take really good photos! Great blog you have here! Hope to see more amazing photos from your Baby!

  • Kristi
    Comment from: Kristi
    2009-04-13 @ 15:50:22

    I am trying to teach myself how to use the settings on my camera also. Great work with your little critter here!

  • kath
    Comment from: kath
    2009-04-13 @ 16:12:21

    I just ordered the book, on my doctor's advice! She is also a learning photographer and told me I must get it. It should arrive next week. Your macro is amazing!

  • Jan
    Comment from: Jan
    2009-04-13 @ 17:03:19

    Great capture.

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-13 @ 17:50:31

    Thanks, gmirage :)

    Thanks for the explanation, Lou.
    Some things just simply don't wanna stick in my brain :)

    Thanks a lot, Sakaigirl.
    Since I almost always have a cam in hands, I'm afraid you will ;)

    Thanks, Kristi. I just discovered a new wheel on it *shame on me*
    But as long as I can lough about myself....

    Thanks, Kath!
    Two more voices for the book....now I only have to get it, no? ;)

    Thanks, Jan!

  • amanda guthrie
    Comment from: amanda guthrie
    2009-04-13 @ 17:56:51

    So far so good you're doing quite well. I assume you're shooting Nikon? I use the d80 but no this lens, I am saving for it I use the 60mm. If you would like some tips email me it help to have others input and Macros are my passion.
    In Peace,
    Amanda Guthrie

  • Linnea
    Comment from: Linnea
    2009-04-13 @ 18:41:43

    Wow...that is an amazing shot. I love how the insect pops out against the soft background. Where on earth did you spot that creature? Enjoy the day...

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-13 @ 19:08:29

    Yepp, Nikon, Amanda.
    Not this lens, you mean the 105mm?
    Me neither, I would love to though ;)
    I'll send you an email :)

    Thanks, Linnea :)
    I wish it would pop out a tad more, but I didn't play much with the shot.
    Should maybe give it another try :)
    This creature was in our muddy little forest.
    Patiently posing for me :)

  • Carol Pyles
    Comment from: Carol Pyles
    2009-04-13 @ 19:47:44

    Very nice shot, I originally was gonna say it was a grass hopper but upon looking again not sure what that little fella is lol.

  • lisaschaos
    Comment from: lisaschaos
    2009-04-13 @ 19:49:04

    He is pretty! You are getting really good at the macros!

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-13 @ 19:51:02

    Thanks, Carol - I have totally no clue what it is :)
    A scorpio fly?
    ;)
    And I thought Korea had weird insects... :)

    Thanks, Lisa.
    I always loved macros, but I was getting a little frustrated. Maybe I'll manage better now in Spring with more options ;)

  • Mojo
    Comment from: Mojo
    2009-04-13 @ 21:36:40

    I can't afford a dedicated macro lens at the moment, so I get by using macro filters on one of my prime lenses. They're tricky -- ridiculously short depth of field -- but they really have expanded the usability of my 85mm f/1.8. And for a set of three I spent less than $80.

  • Chris - Vancouver
    Comment from: Chris - Vancouver
    2009-04-13 @ 22:41:42

    :DBeautiful photos and I love your blog. Have a wonderful day.

  • DrowseyMonkey
    Comment from: DrowseyMonkey
    2009-04-13 @ 22:58:58

    I used to freak out at these type of photos, LOL! But now that I'm looking at them more I can appreciate the beauty. But I'd still never photograph one ... ick :-)

  • Dianne
    Comment from: Dianne
    2009-04-14 @ 00:44:11

    you made the bug look majestic!

  • Scriber's Web
    Comment from: Scriber's Web
    2009-04-14 @ 02:43:20

    Wow. You have been busy! I love this photo. Did you use layers for it? I want a new lens too:) This lens looks great! I hope you are able to get it.

  • Margaret Davaz
    Comment from: Margaret Davaz
    2009-04-14 @ 05:36:26

    I so enjoy the framing on this shot! And the bug looks like he's saying, "What YOU lookin' at?"

    Lovin' Macro Mondays,
    Cameo @-->-->---

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-14 @ 07:56:57

    I saw some of those on amazon the other day, Mojo.
    I was thinking of them. I still have my Raynox macro with adapter though.
    I need to try it on my 85mm. Maybe it works. We shall see ;)

    Thanks, Chris :)

    Grin, Drowsey monkey. It was about the only thing I could snap in my neighborhood in Korea. I mean, how many times can you take pictures of buildings? So I found my love for macros and critters :)

    Thanks, Dianne :)

    LOL, Scriber, maybe in 5 years ;)
    Nope, no Layers.
    Just snapped, cropped and framed :)
    No, I changed the colours a bit.
    Shot in RAW format as well.

    He was probably thinking that in earnest, Margaret.
    I pushed that lens into his face for 3 minutes or so, getting closer and closer ;)

  • Bryan
    Comment from: Bryan
    2009-04-14 @ 08:20:33

    Nice shot, Nicole. Was this with the Raynox?

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-14 @ 08:46:34

    Nope, still without the Raynox, Bryan :)

  • Lulda Casadaga
    Comment from: Lulda Casadaga
    2009-04-14 @ 17:06:13

    I have never seen a bug like that...
    The color just adds to the incognito aspect of the bug! :) nice job!

  • NicoleB
    Comment from: NicoleB
    2009-04-14 @ 18:51:29

    Thanks, Lulda! :)

    I found the name of this critter.
    In German it would be "Skorpionfliege" - Scorpion fly in English - Panorpa communis in Latin and it's a male, due to the tail :)

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