Spider in my shed

[jriepe]

I am a new member joining just a few minutes ago. My favorite type of photography is macro and I have seen some super shots on this forum. For macro I use either/or the D80, D7000 with the 180mm Tamron lens and a macro flash bracket and two SB600 speedlights. I will get started by posting an image of an orb weaver spider that was hanging around in my storage shed for a couple months.

Jerry

 

[BekahAura]

My thoughts:

#1 is interesting to look at, but the spider is in an awkward position and/or the camera is at an awkward angle.

#2 is awesome!!! Very good job with this one.

 

[Trever1t]

I have to turn in disgust....well done!

 

[JH100]

These pictures would definitely give someone with a huge fear of spiders a heart-attack. I squirmed a little when I saw the first. As creepy as the second one is, I'm finding macros of spider heads really interesting.

I agree the position of the first is awkward, but the second is great!

 

[jriepe]

Thanks all for the comments. As far as position on the first image the spider was on the upper window casing facing down. Guess I could have moved closer, got lower and shot face on but I would have had to move some things out of the way like a gas grill, lawn mower, etc. The spider hung around for a couple months either on the casing or on it's web but it was always facing down.

Jerry

 

[orionmystery]

Very nice shots...great looking spider, esp like #1.

 

[jriepe]

Thanks Kurt.

Jerry