Small Green Caterpillar

9 years 1 month ago #435027 by Screamin Scott
It stood out like a sore thumb on the Purple Leaf Plum Tree... Not the best of images, I only got 2 shots before it started to rain. When it
stops, I'll have to go back out for it...


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9 years 1 month ago #435068 by tganiats
I believe your picture was more difficult than mine (see my "Caterpillar feet").  I think mine looks better, but it was cold, the caterpillar wasn't moving, and I was able to set up for focus stacking.   So when you go out, I hope your model stays still for you.  I can't imagine trying to capture one of these guys with a macro shot while they're moving.  GOOD LUCK!


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9 years 1 month ago #435069 by stuartsbarbie
Very nice shot.  I just hope he isn't one that is eating my rhubarb:P


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9 years 1 month ago #435073 by Screamin Scott
God, I love Rhubarb..... Can't wait till it's in season...

stuartsbarbie wrote: Very nice shot.  I just hope he isn't one that is eating my rhubarb:P


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9 years 1 month ago - 9 years 1 month ago #435076 by Screamin Scott
All mine are shots taken without stacking in warmer months. I have done some stacking with some "slug" caterpillars as they move very slowly most times, but stacking is the exception, not the rule for me. I do use a ring light or a softbox equipped speed light with my macro shots though.... Here is a link to my caterpillar album on Flickr...
www.flickr.com/photos/screaminscott/sets/72157646734252376/

tganiats wrote: I believe your picture was more difficult than mine (see my "Caterpillar feet").  I think mine looks better, but it was cold, the caterpillar wasn't moving, and I was able to set up for focus stacking.   So when you go out, I hope your model stays still for you.  I can't imagine trying to capture one of these guys with a macro shot while they're moving.  GOOD LUCK!


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9 years 1 month ago #435083 by tganiats
Great collection!  I don't have time to look at anything but the thumbnails.  Tomorrow  Thanks for sharing the Flickr link!


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9 years 1 month ago #435120 by Travel Nut
That is beautiful! Excellent Shot!!!


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9 years 1 month ago #435215 by Simon Says
Nice close up


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