I didn't enter or vote on this challenge. If you are up for some critique, I see a lot of bad artifacts, most of it around the antennae and eyes. I would have probably not given it higher than a 6 for that. Otherwise, it's a good shot, but I'm a nitpicker about things like that.
BRILLIANT .. !!!! .. ;) ..
this is insect macro at its finest ..
and i'm blown away by your equipment .. the 70-200 .. didnt know you could get as close with that lens .. i know you have cropped tho ..
i'm also loving the way everything works in this .. the depth of field so PERFECT .. all the details on the grasshopper and the leaves in the background like a beautiful soft dreamy backdrop ..
this is absolutely BEAUTIFUL .
and OMG .. hitting an 8 in this day and age is like amazing .. but really this totally deserves it .. :)
ps .. he is very very cute ..
i think you should print this .. i have been pushing for ppl to put pics of insects on their walls .. insects are the most wonderful creatures .. and should adorn every home .. !! .. ;)
Janine! An 8!!!! Wow! And of course, it is so deserving! I gave it a 10. Congratulations on so many levels! I seriously expected to see this in first place, but I expected it to be Roz'... Highest complement I could ever give a macro photo!
Congrats. Personally Jan I prefer the shot that didn't make a 6, this one seems oversharp on my screen, however, take nothing away from the fact that it is a stunning image. well done.
I'm not surprised this won! it really stood out, I mean there were a lot of brilliant photos in this challenge, but this one really stood out because it was up close & personal, that little critter has got the best face for macro :-) congratulations on your personal best.
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