Leaf Footed Bug from Bill
Jul 7, 2019 08:31:52 #
This is another of the specimens gifted to me by Bill. The insects that he so thoughtfully sent to me have provided me opportunities to practice with various methods, settings and techniques.
It's a Leaf Footed Bug which is different from our local ones for this one is brown and ours are black and the leaf-like back leg is larger.
This is another in a series of focus stacked images taken with with the subject placed inside of a ping-pong ball which serves as a diffuser to provide surrounding soft illumination.
Thanks in advance to all who view and for any comments, suggestions and critique.
It's a Leaf Footed Bug which is different from our local ones for this one is brown and ours are black and the leaf-like back leg is larger.
This is another in a series of focus stacked images taken with with the subject placed inside of a ping-pong ball which serves as a diffuser to provide surrounding soft illumination.
Thanks in advance to all who view and for any comments, suggestions and critique.
Jul 7, 2019 09:41:03 #
👍 In this and other examples the compound eye facing the camera is darkened. Is there a way to put a ring light around the lens?
Jul 7, 2019 11:44:43 #
Jul 7, 2019 11:57:48 #
Mark, you pose yet another interesting challenge which is why I always look forward to hearing from you.
I doubt that a ring light is possible with the combination of lenses that I use.....however....it may be possible to make an aluminum foil ring reflector that may bounce some light toward the forward portions of the subject such as the eye. I'm in the process of another session at the moment and when finished I'll give something a try.
So once again, the game is afoot!
I doubt that a ring light is possible with the combination of lenses that I use.....however....it may be possible to make an aluminum foil ring reflector that may bounce some light toward the forward portions of the subject such as the eye. I'm in the process of another session at the moment and when finished I'll give something a try.
So once again, the game is afoot!
Jul 7, 2019 13:21:27 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
This is another of the specimens gifted to me by B... (show quote)
I think I have figured a way to see gorgeous stacks of what I catch. And it is so easy.
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I send them to Gary.
Anyone else like specimens need only to ask.
They are shipped in hand sanitizer.
Clean with alcohol, arrange and dry.
Bill
Jul 7, 2019 13:58:18 #
Bill, thanks ever so much. I truly hope that I am able to do your specimens justice and provide views of them to everyone who views that are seldom seen otherwise.
Jul 7, 2019 14:44:17 #
sippyjug104 wrote:
Bill, thanks ever so much. I truly hope that I am able to do your specimens justice and provide views of them to everyone who views that are seldom seen otherwise.
I have been finding specimens and prepping for shipping. The chance of me stacking is slim.
I enjoy the collecting and field too much.
Most every thing is common, many were found dead.
This way many more get to see the variety of forms of small beauties, I had typed beasties,
but beauties fits, too.
Plus a chance to practice altruism.
Hope all enjoy them.
Bill
Jul 7, 2019 16:24:24 #
newtoyou wrote:
I have been finding specimens and prepping for shipping. The chance of me stacking is slim.
I enjoy the collecting and field too much.
Most every thing is common, many were found dead.
This way many more get to see the variety of forms of small beauties, I had typed beasties,
but beauties fits, too.
Plus a chance to practice altruism.
Hope all enjoy them.
Bill
I enjoy the collecting and field too much.
Most every thing is common, many were found dead.
This way many more get to see the variety of forms of small beauties, I had typed beasties,
but beauties fits, too.
Plus a chance to practice altruism.
Hope all enjoy them.
Bill
YES!...........yes we are
Jul 7, 2019 16:25:14 #
newtoyou wrote:
I think I have figured a way to see gorgeous stacks of what I catch. And it is so easy.
.
I send them to Gary.
Anyone else like specimens need only to ask.
They are shipped in hand sanitizer.
Clean with alcohol, arrange and dry.
Bill
.
I send them to Gary.
Anyone else like specimens need only to ask.
They are shipped in hand sanitizer.
Clean with alcohol, arrange and dry.
Bill
good on ya, he takes very good care of them...........
Jul 8, 2019 02:33:05 #
newtoyou wrote:
I think I have figured a way to see gorgeous stacks of what I catch. And it is so easy.
.
I send them to Gary.
Bill
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I send them to Gary.
Bill
That is so clever Bill and hunting is more fun. He does a brilliant job on them.
Jul 8, 2019 08:37:21 #
Bill has exceptional skills as well as a wealth of knowledge of the world of insects. Not only does he know what they are, he also knows how they behave and interact with their habitat, he knows where best to find them and care for them.
My method in the field is more like the game of "Pin the Tail on the Donkey" where I'm blindfolded, spun in a circle, and trod off hoping to stick a pin in something.
Fortunately, I tend to be okay behind the camera photographing insects so Bill and I compliment each other well.
My method in the field is more like the game of "Pin the Tail on the Donkey" where I'm blindfolded, spun in a circle, and trod off hoping to stick a pin in something.
Fortunately, I tend to be okay behind the camera photographing insects so Bill and I compliment each other well.
Jul 8, 2019 10:21:02 #
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