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Pollinated Ant on a Poppy Petal!

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A few weeks ago I was taking pictures of poppies when I noticed a bit of movement at the edge of a petal. Peering closer, I could see that it was a little ant, and I was instantly up for the challenge! Tiny moving insects are difficult to capture clearly and always excellent practice for coordination and holding the camera steady. Also, you must be quick on the judgement call of aperture and, if possible, changing aperture quickly for several attempts. I never expect these pictures to come out because it's no fun being disappointed, but for some reason, my extreme concentration for these situations often result in success! I was truly surprised when I found this ant on my screen, not only crisp, but covered with pollen too, something I couldn't possibly see! :D
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Pam J said:

I knew.. I KNEW just from the thumbnail this was one of yours !!!

Stunning !!!!!
11 years ago ( translate )

tiabunna said:

A great shot of this tiny ant, against the huge vivid background. Seen in www.ipernity.com/group/prime-lenses.
11 years ago

Don Sutherland said:

Outstanding shot.
11 years ago

Jan said:

Fabulous Janet. Don't know how I missed this
11 years ago

uwschu said:

Hammerstarke Aufnahme Janet!
Kann sehr gut einschätze, wie schwer es ist, den Tiefenschärfebereich zu finden und es dann auch nicht zu verwackeln. Was ich sehr gerne dabei machen, noch stärker abzublenden. So wächst der Bereich noch um ein paar Millimeter
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