Shot in RAW. PP included: crop, levels/curves, contrast, color sat, channel mixer, replace/selective color, soft paintbrush (to accentuate the darker lines in the butterfly's wings), gaussian blur, midnight sepia filter, NI, sharpen, save for Web.
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The softer colors of this macro give this an elegant feel. Wonderful clarity in those wings...you can see each and every detail in those patterns. Great photo!
I'm really not a butterfly fan what so ever, but this is a well composed image. I especially like the soft, sparse background that doesn't detract from your subject. Maybe a tad oversharpened, but again - well done. 8
This is so impressive! It takes a real standout to compete in a challenge like this with such a popular subject. But this one certainly is! The pastel tones contrasting with that amazing macro butterfly are exquisite! One of the best butterfly photos I've seen!
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