Brunch with Battutah
Gotta fly!
Posted by Michael Skorulski (Cigel, Slovakia) on 10 April 2008 in Animal & Insect and Portfolio.
NOTE to all my Aminus3 friends: As of tomorrow, I'll be signed out for a week or so because I'll be traveling. I want to thank everybody who has visited my blog and allowed me to visit theirs. It continues to be a stimulating and enjoyable learning experience and certainly ranks among the most positive uses of the internet.
@Sujit Sudhi: Thank you, Sujit.
Rhys from Darlington, United Kingdom
I just know that if tried this that fly would never keep still- A great insect study and probably a great excercise is patience!
10 Apr 2008 5:58am
@Rhys: Thanks, Rhys. Flies aren't usually seen outside at this time of year so it must have been dozy from a long winters sleep and was just still.
pLusOne from Cheonan, South Korea
wow prefect macro shot!
and have a nice and safe travel
10 Apr 2008 6:51am
@pLusOne: Many thanks, P1. I appreciate that.
@Ana Lúcia: Many thanks, Ana Lúcia.
alun lambert from cheshire, United Kingdom
Just love this image. were you taking the flower shot and the fly landed,
or was he there already. Thanks have a nice trip.
10 Apr 2008 8:13am
@alun lambert: The fly was there and he was my main target because other flowers had bees and he was the only fly. Thanks, Alun.
MaryB from Staffordshire, United Kingdom
An awesome macro Michael, a fantastic contrast between the fly and the flower.
Have a safe trip and enjoy your break :)
10 Apr 2008 8:17am
@MaryB: Thank you, Mary. I appreciate that.
@João Mourão: Thank you. Your comment is much appreciated.
Evelyne Dubos from Le Mans, France
Belle composition pour cette macro. J'aime bien la mouche posée juste sur le rebord du pétale dans un des coins et le pistil divisé en 3 dans le coin opposé de la photo.
Bonne vacances Michael, où vas-tu ?
Je pars moi-même la semaine prochaine pour le Pérou et la Bolive, je suis impatiente....
10 Apr 2008 8:19am
@Evelyne Dubos: C'est un commentaire aimable, Evelyne. Merci beaucoup. Je vais en Arabie Saoudite travailler. Vous aurez un voyage merveilleux en Amérique Du sud et pouvez nous montrer de belles photos de là.
@Suzanne Labbé: Thank you, Suzanne. I appreciate that.
tilala from bordeaux, France
Magnifique! On dirait que les ailes de la mouche sont en verre...
10 Apr 2008 10:37am
@tilala: Oui, ils ressemblent au verre. Merci, Marie.
Betty from New Jersey, United States
Excellent macro, Michael! Great detail. Have a safe trip!
10 Apr 2008 10:54am
@Betty: I will. Thank you, Betty.
@Sumedh: Thanks so much, Sumedh.
bm from Budapest, Hungary
Safe travels. This is a fantastic shot again Michael. And a clever title too! :)
10 Apr 2008 11:19am
@bm: Thank you. I appreciate that.
Observing from Chester, United Kingdom
Fantastic observation. Enjoy your break Michael.
10 Apr 2008 11:21am
@Observing: Many thanks, Mike.
Tracey from White Hall, United States
Fantastic capture Michael! The composition with the stamin (sp?) in the upper right and the fly in the lower left makes a beautiful balance. The detail is incredible too! Travel safely!
10 Apr 2008 11:41am
@Tracey: Thank you, Tracey. I'm happy you like the composition.
@Sandrine: Thank you, Sandrine.
@Teresa Durães: Many thanks.
@MOHAMMAD: Thank you.
MJ from Delaware, United States
WOW really nice composition... I will miss you have a great trip... and get lots of good pictures to share
10 Apr 2008 11:52am
@MJ: I plan to do that. Thank you, MJ.
givethemhell from Germany
You have captured the delicate wings of this fly so well, Michael.
Have a safe trip and a happy return.
10 Apr 2008 12:24pm
@givethemhell: Many thanks, Eva.
vu@granby - Wolfgang from Granby, Quebec, Canada
It doesn't get any better than this! Bravo, and have a good trip. (Soon it's going to be my turn...., but for 3 weeks)
10 Apr 2008 1:23pm
@vu@granby - Wolfgang: Thank you, Wolfgang. I appreciate that.
Monte Stevens from Fort Collins, United States
Wonderful macro shot. Have fun traveling!
10 Apr 2008 1:49pm
@Monte Stevens: Thank you very much, Monte.
@Eleftheria, 9 years old,: You're very kind to say so. Thank you, E9.
@dpm: I paid him well. Thank you, dpm.
Ina from Krugersdorp, South Africa
Great shot, like the focus on the bee and the centre flower, well done! Enjoy your travels
10 Apr 2008 1:56pm
@Ina: Many thanks, Ina.
Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada
I love your photo, hate that you're leaving, love that you'll come back with more photos ;) LOL Have a great time, you will be missed...
10 Apr 2008 1:58pm
@Lorraine: That's such a heart warming comment. Thanks so much, Lorraine.
amy from Rocky Mountain House, Canada
OUTSTANDING!! The detail is bang on and so sharp!! Fantabulous image, Michael! Have fun on your trip... bring back some more amazing images, eh!
10 Apr 2008 2:00pm
@amy: I plan to do that. Thanks so much, Amy.
Peter Miller from Lichfield, United Kingdom
Real good shot and have fun whatever you are doing
10 Apr 2008 3:10pm
@Peter Miller: Thank you, Peter.
paulski from Muncie, IN, United States
excellent macro; that splash of orange really makes this shot. nice capture!
10 Apr 2008 3:52pm
@paulski: I agree. The orange does it. Thank you, Paulski.
danthro from Suburbia, United States
beautiful colors, but that fly looks really gross, but such are flies, so i guess that means you captured it well ;)
10 Apr 2008 4:08pm
@danthro: Thank you, Danthro.
@Oswegan: Many thanks, O.
@MadScientist: Thank you, MS.
Rajesh Dhankhar from New Delhi, India
great piece of work !! good imagination and super colors
10 Apr 2008 4:38pm
@Rajesh Dhankhar: Thank you, Rajesh.
Marie from FRESNES, France
c'est magnifique, les couleurs, les détails, tout me plaît !
10 Apr 2008 5:20pm
@Marie: Merci, Marie.
Mandy Provan from Johannesburg, South Africa
Magnificent Michael - Great macro and awesome composition and splash of colour in this shot
10 Apr 2008 5:56pm
@Mandy Provan: Thank you, Mandy. I appreciate that.
Ron from Saint Louis, United States
Wow ... that is amazing detail and brilliant color. Terrific shot!
10 Apr 2008 6:15pm
@Ron: Many thanks, Ron.
standley from brou-sur-chantereine, France
What a superb macro shot.
Have a nice and safe trip Michael!
10 Apr 2008 7:50pm
@standley: Thank you, Standley.
@Kaddy: thank you, Kaddy.
@Brites: Thank you so much.
michelle from United States
mike what a shot!!! why cant i get this lucky? wonderful macro love it keep up the good work
10 Apr 2008 9:24pm
@michelle: A great comment. thank you, Michelle.
Anne from White Rock, Canada
Absolutely superb! Your title is very apt! Have a good trip Michael! Look forward to seeing what you bring back! :-)
10 Apr 2008 10:41pm
Jennifer Radio from Statesville, United States
I love the colour contrast. this is great!
11 Apr 2008 2:22am
@Jennifer Radio: Thank you, Jennifer.
Ken McCoy from Orlando-Daytona Beach, FL, United States
A great photo for a place-holder. Bon voyage, and bring back some good shots! :)
11 Apr 2008 2:28am
@Ken McCoy: Will do. Many thanks, Ken.
@Rags: Thank you, Rags.
@Saeed: Thank you, Saeed.
@zeppelin: Merci, zeppelin.
@yiannis krikis: Thank you, Yiannis.
@alex centrella: Many thanks, Alex.
Ronnie 2¢ from London, United Kingdom
Happy travels . . this is super one to leave us with!
11 Apr 2008 7:19pm
@Ronnie 2¢: Thank you, Ronnie.
@Shaahin: Many thanks, Shaahin.
Stunner from Kingston, Jamaica
A great macro Michael! Enjoy your travels and don't forget your camera!
13 Apr 2008 12:44am
@Stunner: Never do. Thank you, Stunner.
@James: Many thanks, James.
@e.: thank you, e.
@mosleh: Thank you.
Japanalia from Yokohama, Japan
I don't like flies....and most certainly NOT on flowers!!!! But you DID capture it in all its details and it really shows its anatomy! Look forward to see the crop from your travels!
13 Apr 2008 7:58am
@Japanalia: Thank you, Gabriela. I understand your feeling about flies.
@pedro alexandre: Many thanks.
@zeppelin: Merci beaucoup.
Oscar from Guadalajara, Spain
Nice composition, great DOF and wonderful colors!!! be back soon.
13 Apr 2008 4:56pm
@Oscar: Many thanks, Oscar.
@dillonpic: Thanks very much.
Richard_Irwin from Belper, United Kingdom
What can I say that hasn't already been said, an amazing close up, incredible detail. Have a great break.
13 Apr 2008 11:31pm
@Richard_Irwin: Thank you, Richard.
@ManuelaR: Thank you, Manuela.
@Elisa: Thank you, Elisa.
rain girl from Delhi, India
you captured the fly so beautifully!! have a safe trip.. :)
15 Apr 2008 9:36am
@Porcsin: Thank you, Porcsin.
@Brites: Thank you, Brites.
martie from Okinawa, Japan
Fantastic shot! Have a good trip - look forward to your return.
16 Apr 2008 12:30am
@martie: Many thanks, Martie.
@Irwansyah Sk3tchw!nd: Thank you so much.
@iVahid: Thank you, iVahid.
Craig from Vacaville, California, United States
A wonderful shot! I agree with your summation of AM3s place on the internet!
17 Apr 2008 10:23am
@Craig: Thanks so much, Craig.
dilip from Mumbai, India
wow ... what an incredible macro ... !!! ... and you have made the frame so very interesting with the inclusion of that flower ... :) ...
(and yes, i wholeheartedly agree with your views on AM3 and internet) ... !!! ...
18 Apr 2008 7:10pm
@dilip: Thank you, dilip.
@zenti: Grazie mille, zenti.
Pentax Optio A30
1/250 second
F/8.0
ISO 64
38 mm (35mm equiv.)