Some more work on composition
About two weeks ago, temperatures were only a little bit chilly on the weekend so I went out to see what I could find. I also went out to try to improve my compositions. It is my goal to not just take identification pictures of insects and other small creatures – but to give them personality and make pleasing shots to look at.
Most of the small critters were hard to find that day, but I did find some interesting things. This one I found rather cute and it looks almost like the worm is introducing himself!
I also found a small sprout emerging from a crack and took a number of pictures of it. Of the shots, I think I like the composition in this one the best.
Still, this probably would have been a better shot with a tripod and long exposure. I’m not sure I like the effect of the flash here.
This one looks sort of like the insect (not quite sure if it is a mosquito or a midge) is taking a stroll…
I also found a rather large spider in a pile of wood. Spiders are usually rather easy to get pictures of and this one obliged. At first I rather liked this picture but it bugs me that one of the palps is hidden behind the leg.
Therefore when I sent the shots out for criticism I used this one instead.
In this shot the palps are balanced better and the spider looks more “natural” in its environment. I’m not sure either of these are really great shots though – although they have freaked a few people out.
Still, I felt that the efforts for the day were quite successful and with daylight hours getting longer and the weather getting warmer, I have a feeling this will be a great year for photography.
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Tags: garden, insect, macro, photography, spider, worm