But to get the butterflies, you need to shoot handheld. The trouble is that my longest zoom lens doesn't have image stabilization so camera shake is a problem. I suppose if I practiced more shooting handheld, I'd get better at it.
Yesterday, spurred on by Eve, who comments here faithfully, I gave it a shot and managed to capture these characters.
never in one place for more than a couple of seconds
(it's probably a katydid, see comments)
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You did wonderfully Yvonne!! All the critters look great especially that hummingbird moth....very hard to get I know!! All the work that goes into our gardens really pays off doesn't it!!!
ReplyDeleteyou did a great job.......
ReplyDeleteGill
Hi Eve and Gill: Thanks!
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ReplyDeleteLet me pass along a tip that is easier to share than actually do when it comes to shooting fast moving insects. May photographers end up holding their breath when they trip the shutter. Instead, practice at letting out half your breath, then hold it just as you trip the shutter. You will find you are in a more relaxed state/position? when you are not holding in a full lung of air! Now, all that said, you seem to be able to get off some great snaps on these fast moving flying things.
And finally, you sure that last picture is of a mantis? Looks like a katydid to me.
Hope all is well way up there in the North country.
Rick
Hi Rick: Thanks for the comment and helpful suggestions. You might well be right about the katydid. I'm not an expert on these guys - praying mantis was my best guess.
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ReplyDeleteI was attracted to your blog via Eve's one - she has you as a favourite. Your pictures are lovely and very sharp. I think I might have to get my tripod out as well. I'll be back to see some more great photography!
Best wishes, Adrian
Great job and nice flowers too!
ReplyDeletePraying mantis on the Asiatic lily, one of my favorite flowers. Lovely photos,
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