Dragonflies

[tyler_h]

Wasn't going to comment but then I saw number 6; superb shot. Love the contrast and sharpness.

 

[Fleacz]

oh my god, they are all so dam good ! please tell me.. how are you doing this? i know you're using macro lens obviously, but are u staying as still as possible? how close do you get to the actual subject?

 

[GRbenji]

...but how is this possible?



Your photos are beyond awesome.

Thank you for the nice words.

Wasn't going to comment but then I saw number 6; superb shot. Love the contrast and sharpness.

Thank you. Glad you like them.

oh my god, they are all so dam good ! please tell me.. how are you doing this? i know you're using macro lens obviously, but are u staying as still as possible? how close do you get to the actual subject?

Dragonfly is less skittish than many other bugs and also tend to fly back to same spot to perch. When their wings are down, can approach till very close. I can shoot them within 20 to 30cm even. I shoot handheld but some of my macro buddies use tripod. In macro, besides steady hand, good diffusing of light is very important. Shoot more and one will definitely improve.