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Baby Katydid - 07-27-2011, 06:00 PM

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This little guy would sway from side to side making difficult to shoot him (with my camera). I used my tripod, no flash.
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07-27-2011, 06:59 PM


The lighting on the leaf is a bit harsh, but other than that they're nice shots. Thanks for sharing.

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07-27-2011, 07:28 PM


I like the 2nd the best. He is right about the harsh light, but sometimes there is
not much you can do. Still nice shots.
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07-27-2011, 08:34 PM


Like #2 the most.

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07-28-2011, 05:22 AM


These little guys are sooo neat! Over all I think these are pretty nice. If you shoot in RAW you may be able to work on the exposure and get the highlights down.

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07-28-2011, 05:55 AM


Thanks for sharing these; I have never seen this lil critter before. It looks like a baby horses head. Sweet. : )

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07-28-2011, 07:31 AM


Thanks everyone!
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07-28-2011, 05:43 PM


Very cool images of an equally cool looking subject!

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07-30-2011, 06:48 PM


Too bad we can't nature to be still, move over, etc. Good job..

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