First Ladybug For Judy

Posted by Barbara (Florida, United States) on 18 April 2009 in Animal & Insect and Portfolio.

For some time I've been wanting to capture a ladybug close up like this.

So as a first macro of a ladybug, what better way to show appreciation for knowing someone like you.
It may not be the best out there, but it is my first, just for you, Judy

Interesting that this was already posted ahead from a few days ago.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

All images are copyrighted ©2009 by B. Derusha
and are not to be used or reproduced in any media such as
websites or print without permission.
If you wish to purchase or use any of my images, please contact me.
Respect of copyright is appreciated.

Comments (12)

Bill from Los Altos, United States

Stunning capture. FOr a first macro of a ladybug - you did very, very well.

18 Apr 2009 5:24am

@Bill: Thank you, Bill I appreciate your comment very much.

Lorraine from Gatineau, Canada

You did it so well, she's beautiful like Judy, oh Judy's going to love this, bravo Barb ;)

18 Apr 2009 10:07am

Judy from Brooksville, Florida, United States

Oh, Barb, how wonderful, and thank you so very much!
I spotted this in the Community page's thumbnails before I even saw whose it was.
I'd like to add this to a collection I have on WS but only w/your permission and obviously I'd give you credit.
xx

18 Apr 2009 12:19pm

@Judy: Your comment about spotting this on the community page first, brought a smile.
I'd be honored that you like it well enough to add it to WS.
There was a slight wind that day, enough I had to pause in between shots hoping to get one still enough.
This (your) Ladybug was on the milkweed plant I have in a large pot on the side of my house. A plant the butterfiles love. Enjoy your ladybug!

john4jack from Corvallis, Oregon, United States

Marvelous macro, Barb.

18 Apr 2009 2:16pm

Viewfinder from Bradenton, FL, United States

What a sweet dedication, and I think it's a very good macro.

18 Apr 2009 2:48pm

Veronelle from Lens, France

asiatik lady bug, Harmonia axyridis

http://www.galerie-insecte.org/galerie/harmonia_axyridis.html

18 Apr 2009 3:30pm

@Veronelle: Thank you Veronelle for the link. Very informative on the various colors and types of ladybugs.

"Marie" :-) from perth, Australia

Great macro, lovely shot.

18 Apr 2009 3:45pm

LauraS from Chico, United States

Really great shot. Interesting looking ladybug. Different coloring than I 'm used to seeing. Nice shot.

18 Apr 2009 4:38pm

DenisSm from Prague, Czech Republic

you capturing their close up to bring some questions about number of black dost, isn`t it ? :-)
nice macro

18 Apr 2009 5:28pm

MontereyJohn from Salinas, California, United States

Fine macro, well done. Bright and vibrant.

18 Apr 2009 7:28pm

Ronnie 2¢ from London, United Kingdom

Last year in the UK, we had a minor plague of ladybugs and they were gathered on certain colors by the handful . . amazing to see how many variations of color and markings there are in the 'common' bug.

18 Apr 2009 11:59pm

@Ronnie 2¢: Very interesting comment on how color attracted the bugs. I know in some farm areas ladybugs have been released to control a type of amphid that can destroy crops. Eventually the ladybug population was out of control. Veronelle added a very useful link to see the many variations. Thank you, Ronnie for a great comment.

dang from Atlanta, United States

Barb, this is a great start but would love to see the exif . ;-)
Keep up the good work, it's great seeing you post macro.

1 May 2009 10:20am

@dang: What a pleasant surprise, and of all images you see this one that I am not entirely pleased with. My self critic is in overdrive. The exif data is somewhat intimidating for me, it opens discussion for me that I am not knowledgeable enough to respond to. Of course I am always open to learning, unfortunately the time is still an obstacle. I really appreciate you stopping by to comment. Thanks

Add your comment ...

next day →

Sony DSLR-A100
1/13 second
F/8.0
ISO 400
70 mm