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Super colour combination, unfortunately you are just not quite there with the focus. My guess would be you are shooting within the minimum focus distance ( 25cms approx 9 3/4" ); shoot further back and then crop in to enlarge.

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Aug 21, 2013 12:22:44 #

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End of season selection

I really enjoyed this series, well done for your first submission.

Try ticking store the original box it does make a difference!

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Aug 21, 2013 12:20:12 #

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Gladioli

jan wrote:

These glads are beautiful macro. And a lovely shot. I noticed a couple of visitors who liked the flowers also. I have some in my garden that are just starting to open and they are about the color of yours. Very nice work! Jan

The lacewing was a bonus, I never even saw it until I downloaded.

Ours is a singular Gladioli which comes up every year faithfully.

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Aug 21, 2013 08:49:46 #

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Gladioli

oldmalky wrote:

Beautiful colours.

Thanks we are struggling in our garden for colour.

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Aug 21, 2013 03:21:10 #

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Gladioli

Wahawk wrote:

Beautiful flowers, very nicely captured! LOVE the colors!

Thanks for looking and commenting.

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Aug 20, 2013 04:46:42 #

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Gladioli

Gladioli No1

Gladioli No2

Gladioli No3

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Aug 20, 2013 03:40:48 #

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Monarch on geraniums

Breath taking and stunning in its beauty.

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Aug 20, 2013 03:18:46 #

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Red Rose

Biker_Chic wrote:

I couldn't agree more Macro2009, I was shocked and disappointed at the colors when it posted, I'm glad I hit that download button. I agree it's not as sharp as it could be. I should have increased my f-stop up a notch or two I guess.

I have a heck of a time seeing up close; even with glasses; even the little display monitor is hard for me to tell. I have actually started allowing the camera to auto focus more-and-more, however this wasn't one of those times. ;-)

I would recommend you use the live view facility if you are having visual problems.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EFxF8lxhg3o
This is a You Tube video which will be easier for you to follow.

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Aug 19, 2013 12:31:24 #

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Testing a new lens.

Bozsik wrote:

Mono-pod. Thanks for the complement. I am getting the feel for the new size and weight distribution. I could carry this combo around all day very comfortably.

Thanks for your reply; I find it also possible to hand hold heavy equipment for short periods, due to the weight distribution. Monopods and tripods can be restricting unless you have something like a gimbal head.

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/404536-REG/Wimberley_WH_200_Gimbal_Type_Tripod_Head.html

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Aug 19, 2013 03:02:07 #

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Scrub Jay

Nailed it well done.

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Aug 19, 2013 03:00:12 #

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Testing a new lens.

Good luck with the new equipment, a very good start.
Was the series hand held or tripod/monopod?

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Aug 19, 2013 02:52:24 #

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More carla

steve1oshea wrote:

Hi Michael
Believe it or not that was intentional, there is a small area where they meet and that was the part I wanted in focus. To me at the time it looked like the 2 lilies were embracing and that is why I wanted to have that soft effect. Different people see different things I guess anyway I'm glad you liked them and thanks for your comments.

I understand you concentrating on this soft caress, it is very evocative.
It is always difficult to second guess the artists intentions.

Thanks for posting.

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