Signs of Spring

[Sandy_Richards-Brown]

Lady bug
Nikon D800
70-180mm @ 180mm
Subject dist: 0.42m
1/640 sec, f/9
Mode: Av
Metering: Multi-segment
Exp comp: -1/3
ISO: 200
White balance: Auto
Flash: Off
Flipped upside down from original perspective, for aesthetics

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[Dennis_Plank]

Excellent detail in the lady bug, Sandy. I like the angle of the bug and the composition.

[Jim_Gavin]

I, too, like the composition and placement of the bug, but think there is a bit of oversaturation, especially in the bug. (Probably just my monitor since I have never felt that way about any of your other wonderful photos.)

[Allen_Sparks]

I like the composition also with the ladybug facing us and nice critical focus on the subject. Pleasing space around the bug. Colors look good to me.

[Bill_Fach]

Sandy: Nice find and a fine comp. I like your DOF choice especially. Well done.>=))>

[Skip_Layman]

Your choice of DOF and focus really accentuate the beetle. Color looks good to me.