Title:
"Skipper at Rest"
Category:
Traditional Macro
Description:
This butterfly was photographed on a lantana blossom at my home. I
liked the color and composition of this shot, complemented by the restful
pose of the butterfly composed against the beautifully soft lantana blossoms.
Equipment/technique:
Canon D-60, 100 Canon macro, using a Canon 550 EX Speedlight with diffuser. Brightened
slightly using the Curves tool in Photoshop. Antennae brightened
slightly using the Dodge tool in Photoshop.
Location:
July, 2005. Easterwood Airport, College Station, TX. Brazos Co.
USA.
Photographer:
Michael Merchant
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© Michael Merchant