Long story behind this shot... I had something completely different lined up and already submitted (a self portrait in muted tones along the lines of Rammstein - German industrial band) when I ran across this butterfly literally on my doorstep.
Yes, once again I've lowered myself to posing dead bugs. Although this time he wasn't completely dead (at least not yet). He was injured, and unfortunately too far gone to save. :-(
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Neat Image
save for Web
I really don't expect this to do very well, but I couldn't resist the opportunity to present the 3-D butterfly juxtaposed with a 2-D flower. It was just too good to pass up - regardless of the score!!! LOL
Granted the irony could have probably been presented more impactfully, but I hope at least some people get a kick out of my humor. :-)
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hee~hee...surprise, surprise your a man of many talents! loved this in voteing...great job on the creativity. tho I had hoped this woulda been at the top. 26th isnt nuffin to sneeze at. congrats!
:O)~~Cher~~
Is the butterfly real? Can't tell... Also, what's that break in the border at the top left and right from? I lke the concept of this image...would have worked well in the 'Greeting Cards' challenge.