Alder Fly (I think)

[AndyP]

I went out with the intention of getting some river birds, and whilst having a brew saw this beauty on the fence :)

I think it is an Alder Fly, however it could be a Caddis or Dark Sedge

Nikon D5000
Micro Nikor 105 f2.8
F13
1/8''
ISO Lo3
Exp bias +3

http://i56.tinypic.com/14jajbd.jpg

http://i56.tinypic.com/kdtzfc.jpg

http://i52.tinypic.com/2zgg4k4.jpg

[eyerkish]

The detail is incredible, Andy, wow!! How do you like that lens? It seems to work quite well for you. I am looking for a new one and I am trying to decide between that one, the 1055mm f/2.0 and the 24-70mm f/2.8.

[sandrac]

wonderful pic Andy
good detail

[AndyP]

The detail is incredible, Andy, wow!! How do you like that lens? It seems to work quite well for you. I am looking for a new one and I am trying to decide between that one, the 1055mm f/2.0 and the 24-70mm f/2.8.

Thanks Eddie, I love the lens and wouldn't swap it for anything; I cheated with these as I used the tripod (I bought a new one the other day and it needs a bit of muck and a scratch or too); I would highly recommend the lens, when you hit the sweet focus it really opens your mind to what you are seeing.

Thanks again

Andy

[Kaye]

Fantastic shots and detail Andy. This is the lens that I want, but doubt I will find it second hand at a reasonable price.

[wanda]

You never cease to amaze me Andy with the clarity and perfection og your Macros! I always admire them.

[AndyP]

Sandra, Kaye & Wanda

Thank you for your comments, I have had a good week on leave and managed to shoot well whilst relaxed. I always try to really relax when shooting macro, if you shoot with tension, it passes down the lens and the shot isn't sweet; especially whilst hand holding as your breathing goes off.

Thanks again

Andy