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"Lens to Lens"

"Lens to Lens"

Photography Photography \ Nature | 07/07/08 @483 | MsMichelleLynn | Comments critiques (23) | Views views (707)


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I could see my reflection in this Northern Water Snake's eye as I peered through the view finder and I'm sure that the snake could also see its reflection in my lens. It's the first and only time I've been able to capture macro images of a snake. I was out in thigh deep water photographing Damselflies when I came across this snake resting in the boughs of a Blueberry Bush hanging over the water. Surprisingly, he did not flee. For most of this shoot I was only 9-12 inches from him.

Other photos in this shoot are linked below. Use the slideshow feature to see the images in full size.

http://picasaweb.google.com/michellelynnsts/RecentPhotos1

Exif info :

Model : Canon EOS 40D
ExposureTime : 1/15Sec
FNumber : F4.5
ExposureProgram : Aperture Priority
ISOSpeedRatings : 100
ExposureBiasValue : EV0.3
MeteringMode : Spot
FocalLength : 180.00(mm)

Tripod and cable release used.
 
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Avatar LoStSidE

 07/07/08 @576

WOW. i just love it. perfect composition, looks so alive :) only thing i whould change is the DOF, i whould use a bit more. +10
 
Avatar cupcake

 07/07/08 @610

Good capture Michelle!
 
Avatar killadore

 07/07/08 @612

Wonderful composition and sharpness! I like the DOF and colors too, probably one of the most interesting snake shots I've ever seen
 
Avatar Wallace

 07/07/08 @618

Awesome capture

Very nice composition and clearity

+ 10
 
Avatar everseen

 07/07/08 @757

9-12 inches? You are so brave. : )
I think this is the best macro snake shot I've seen for a long time.
 
Avatar moserArtist

 07/07/08 @783

Cool macro!

Can see you in the reflection of the eye.

Did you tie this dude to something or what? lol

Can you maybe make the eye even sharper in post editing, or? :p
 
Avatar Jossie

 07/07/08 @806

Beautiful capture indeed!
 
Avatar ThruMyEyez

 07/07/08 @853

Can't get much closer than that!!! Nice work Michelle!
 
Avatar ersen-t

 07/07/08 @892

great macro.
the eye is awesome.
 
Avatar Roadrunner

 07/08/08 @985

Nice reflection and interesting composition.
 
Avatar curlyhair

 07/08/08 @346

Nice close up.Looks scary!Great shot!
 
Avatar Jafus

 07/08/08 @445

cool capture! Agree with patrick about eyes;)
 
Avatar Vasco

 07/08/08 @494

Fantastic photo!
 
Avatar Madanapale

 07/08/08 @642

So close!.....You are brave!....Great work Michelle!
Excellent capture!,.....amazing details!
Carlos
 
Avatar eowyn

 07/09/08 @253

OMG! Michelle! It is SO close - right on Papito.
Excellent excellent photo! And a crazy one from you so far
 
Avatar tanjir

 07/09/08 @334

impressive shot... the risk is worthed.. :)
 
Avatar RvascoF

 07/10/08 @973

Wonderful work, great compo, DOF and nice colors.....!!!!
 
Avatar Ikaa

 07/10/08 @839

What a beauty:) Wonderful shot Michelle!
 
Avatar monjo

 07/12/08 @655

Excellent shot Michelle. Just picked up a 40D myself.... looking to try it out today. :)
 
Avatar ogu

 07/13/08 @803

I like the reflection !
 
Avatar ARZILLIER66

 07/14/08 @130

Woow!
creepy creature I Hate it:(
fantastic details, cool textures and cool reflection +10
 
Avatar Sven

 07/15/08 @360

Eye is perfect, just right place to focus!
Nice comp. too. No crits. for you today.

Hope it didnt bite! +10 (thumbup)
 
Avatar Maddagone

 07/18/08 @645

now this is BAHM !!! +10 yeah!
 
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