there is a pincushion between me and the nectar by annettep38

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Many thanks for the interesting comments on my tweaked evening panorama. Did it as a test balloon , I wondered whether it would flop.. Walter, Sue and you are welcome to join us for a meal there, we'll invite you

Back to some safer territory. A gatekeeper (Pyronia tithonus) balances on top of the echinacea in our garden to get some nectar out of the prickly center.

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Recording media:	JPEG (digital)

Title:	there is a pincushion between me and the nectar
Username:	annettep38
Uploaded:	9 Oct 2012 - 10:22 PM
Tags:	Butterfly, Gatekeeper, Insect, Pyronia tithonus, Wildlife / nature
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Skeet1Away (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 10:42 PM

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Annette, fine detail as always, very nice work........

Paul.

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Tynnwrlluniau (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 10:46 PM

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Both brilliant images but i particularly like the warmth of v2
Alun

SteveH1978

9 Oct 2012 - 10:49 PM

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Stunning images, fantastic detail and so sharp, just brilliant!

Steve

HELANA (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 11:01 PM

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Another super shot Annette,V1 is a litle bigger in the framen,so it looks better for me.
Elena

Irishkate (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 11:01 PM

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Two great captures Annette with beautiful b/g
and your fun side showing again in the title.
Kate Grin Grin Grin

saeidNL (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 11:04 PM

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Two beautiful and lovely image,
saeid

gajewski (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 11:20 PM

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The detail throughout is amazing. It is very impressive how you can focus and then compose a great shot all in the short amount of time that these critters allow.
-=\Walter

Badgerfred (e2 Member)

9 Oct 2012 - 11:30 PM

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Excellent detail in both Annette, lovely shots,
Fred.

fentiger

9 Oct 2012 - 11:44 PM

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I do like the muted colours in these two fine compositions.

Albert

paskinmj

9 Oct 2012 - 11:59 PM

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Top stuff Annette.
Matt

taggart (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 12:39 AM

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I love this true to life image--- well done, love the colors that seem to suit the image perfectly!

NDODS (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 2:36 AM

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Both variants full of so much beauty, charm colour and detail that it is extremely different to pick out a favourite. However I think I prefer the wider picture, therefore I shall opt for image number II.

Regards Nathan

Deep_Bhatia (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 3:37 AM

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High quality image, Annette. Nicely done. Nice details. Deep

CarolG (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 5:54 AM

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Two charming captures, Annette, I think I prefer V.2, showing more of the spider's web. Carol

canonfan (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 6:51 AM

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Two superb images Annette with lots of detail and sharp. I would prefer V1
Jim

jdinne (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:00 AM

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Another stunning couple of captures Annette, slightly prefer V1.

John

Rolepics (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:08 AM

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A great image with that web giving it a 'dated' look
Carole

LynneJoyce (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:17 AM

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You are getting really good at this macro lark Annette!

NaturesHaven (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:26 AM

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Love the web in the corner...........I like both versions but V1 just gets my vote............ Grin Grin

barbarahirst (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:37 AM

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What a great image
V1 gets my vote today .... a great crop

Brian65 (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:41 AM

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Soooooo Sharp, lovely shots Annette.
Brian

Maiwand (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 8:59 AM

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Both super shots Annette. Would not like to choose between one or the other.
Ron

Ade_Osman (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 9:02 AM

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V2 for me I think Annette, it just has a much better quality than the crop, bit both images are worthy of the upload.

Ade

AnnChown (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 9:35 AM

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Excellent macros Annette - as well as the butterfly, I love the colours and the shabby flower with the webs.
Ann

WhiteRose1 (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 9:43 AM

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Two lovely images, Annette, v1 wins it for me, I like the corner to corner diagonal and slightly desaturated colours.

Dave

EAS (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 10:22 AM

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Just love the tones in both these fine macros. No way can I decide on a favourite!

Ann

digital_boi

10 Oct 2012 - 10:56 AM

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2 ver fine captures here Annette fine work

Graham Grin Grin Grin

RonnieAG (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 2:19 PM

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2 superb shots, V 1 just tipping the balance for me, Annette.
R.

Tibetan

10 Oct 2012 - 2:36 PM

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Very well presented both of them like both regards Leon. Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin Grin

FeatherFriend (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 3:18 PM

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Lovely detail and a smashing perch Annette,
Geoff.

l1z (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 4:27 PM

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lovely image

Niknut (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 5:32 PM

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Grin Grin Grin Grin !!!....lovely shot !!....great title !!

netta1234 (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 6:40 PM

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Two Beautiful image
Netta

maratsuikka

10 Oct 2012 - 6:48 PM

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Quote: I do like the muted colours in these two fine compositions.

Albert

yes

WindowonWildlife (e2 Member)

10 Oct 2012 - 7:17 PM

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V2 for me Annette, great capture Wink

Glostopcat (e2 Member)

14 Oct 2012 - 6:02 PM

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Two excellent echinacea and butterfly images Annette, I won't argue with the Big O it is v2 the smaller, warmer version that appeals the most

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