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A Painted Lady

Vanessa cardui

12 total reviews 
Comment from Susan F. M. T.


Bob,
A beautiful picture of the Painted Lady Butterfly on the Russian Sage on which a Bumblebee possibly a Bombus impatiens just at the level of the upper wing tip if the Painted Lady Butterfly, both standing out in sharp focus from the blurred grey background. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 08-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 25-Sep-2024
    Thank you so much Susan, for the excellent review and outstanding six rating! I'm glad you liked the post ... Bob
Comment from alaskapat


Such a pretty painted lady butterfly ! I like the sage plant as well and it appears that both the butterfly and bee are drawn to the sage.
Well focused butterfly , the image is clear and your exposure is perfect. Colors and tones appear natural.
Well composed and presented! Your notes are interesting, informative and appreciated too!

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 23-Sep-2024
    "Drawn to the sage" is an understatement Pat. In just one plant I lost count of Bombus at 18. I did identify 9 different species of insects, all of whom are beneficial pollinators - A camera hack's dream!

    Thanks for the fine review... Bob
Comment from jesuel


What a beautiful photo of this butterfly the color is great the detail is great excellent depth great lighting and I like how you have framed it in fine work here

 Comment Written 01-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    I'm glad you liked the post. Thank you, for the excellent review and rating!... Bob
Comment from Ray Gordon


Bob this is so cool. I like the beauty and colors of this capture. You have caught two insects the bee and the butterfly. You have done a fine job. Ray

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    I'm glad you liked this shot, Ray. This plant draws pollinators like a magnet. Can't wait for next season to what shows up. Thank you so much, for the review and great rating ... Bob
reply by Ray Gordon on 22-Sep-2024
    Bob, you are welcome. I always enjoy your work. Ray
Comment from TLRaven


She's gorgeous with beautiful color. The warmth and saturations level is very good. The detail is excellent especially of her wings and the flower petals while at the same time being slightly obscured by the blue effect of the background.

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 Comment Written 31-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Thank you so very much for the in depth review and rating. I am glad you liked the post ... Bob
Comment from Maureen Woychyshyn


If I was to paint this, it would be considered a masterpiece. Truly outstanding work, Bob. Composition shades stones colours and background highlight your subject perfectly. I keep looking at it and wondering how beautiful nature is. Thank you for sharing your wonderful talent with us.

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Maureen this is one of the finest reviews I have ever received - ever.
    Thank you so very much... Bob
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


Wow! This beautiful capture of the butterfly is a visual feast for the senses. It is bursting with energy and creativity. I wish I had a SIX to award. It's a great-looking shot. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Thanks Sesha for the great review and great rating. I'm glad you liked the post ... Bob
Comment from nikman


A good looking nature image posted here together with interesting notes! Your classical and fine composition gives us a lovely look at both the visitor and the visited. Colours, textures and tones are good. Nicely done!

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Hi Nik.. Thank you for the fine review and rating. I'm glad you liked the post ... Bob
Comment from Kathy Banich


I like this natural scene whereas you have captured a full array of nature; not only the painted lady, the flower and then as an added bonus you have the bee in the background. This sets the scene for a natural, as mother earth, intended shot.

The painted lady is so sharp and detailed; those viewing should enjoy taking in the intricacies of those wings. You have even captured that texture of the powder (rather tiny scales).

 Comment Written 29-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Thanks Kathy very much for a great review and rating. I am glad you liked the post ... Bob
Comment from orchidrn


This is a beautiful capture of the Painted Lady. Focus and clarity are great showing wonderful details of the color and markings on the wings. The muted background helps to show this image well.

 Comment Written 29-Aug-2024


reply by the author on 22-Sep-2024
    Hi Michele.. I'm glad you liked the post. Thank you, for the excellent review and rating!... Bob