Hanging Out

[Shirley_Freeman]

I saw this jumping spider out on the shepherds pole trying to stay in the shade (up close to 100 here in NC today). I grabbed my macro camera setup and ran out and captured a few shots. I like this one pretty good as he turned and faced me.

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Canon 5D II, Canon 100 mm L lens, KX-800 twin flash with diffuser. I shot in manual exposure mode, settings at f22, 1/125, ISO 160. Handheld.

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[Dennis_Plank]

That’s really nice, Shirley. Great detail and you nailed the focal plane. I also like the angle you shot this at to get those four eyes head on.

[Harley_Goldman]

Real nice image of the ugly little bugger!

[Bill_Fach]

Shirley: Well here’s looking at you kid! A face only a mother could love but a terrific capture and eye popping detail. Many kudos! >=))>

[Mark_Seaver]

Shirley, this is a great look at this little spider. The details stand out very well. It’s perch is good for a grin with the simplicity letting the details in the spider stand out even more.