Riding the Water Lily

Image Critiques Macro/Close-up Critiques
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The dragonfly had a good grip on the water lily. The wind was blowing pretty good and I don’t think flying in it would have served it well.

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What technical feedback would you like if any?

any/all

What artistic feedback would you like if any?

Is the BG too strong an element?

Pertinent technical details or techniques:

Camera Info: Nikon D500, HH, braced in car window
Lens: VR 300mm f/4E + 1.4x TC
Focal Length: 420mm
Focus Mode: AF-C
AF-Area Mode: Dynamic, 25 points
VR: ON
Aperture: f/7.1
Shutter Speed: 1/2000s
Exposure Mode: Aperture Priority
Exposure Comp.: 0EV
Metering: Matrix
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 400
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Phil: What a great perch for the dragonfly. Marvelous capture of the moment. >=))>

3

I love that perch too, Phil. It makes him stand out more. It is good to see him in his environment. They do like to hang out at ponds.

4

Phil, this is a fine look at the DF and where he hangs out during the day. The whites look great and pop very well.