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Insect Mania: I have been going insect crazy with the camera! It is not just flowers that brighten the gardens, the insects are gorgeous as well. I usually go outside with the camera, and focus my attention on a group of plants for several minutes before taking any photos. Over time, different insects will grab my attention and I can watch their activities as they move from flower to flower. Then, comes patience…I follow the insects, trying to get closer and closer without scaring them off. Many interesting insect behaviors can become evident if you spend time observing. I snap oodles of photos and often choose only a few from hundreds that have been taken.
The following 8 photos were taken with a new 100mm macro lens we bought this week. I attached a 20mm extension tube to the camera for the 1st three shots you see below. You can really see some wonderful detail in these magnified shots. I am in love with this lens!