However, as I started to follow my wildlife forum posts again, I realised that we have some of these lovely butterflies here in Shropshire only a couple of miles from where I live.
I got Andy to take me along and was unsuccessful initially, simply because they were flying so fast and high in the treetops. But, eventually I got lucky:
The strange thing is that we never even knew it was there. Just a few minutes from home and it has since proved to be the most fabulous resource for picturesque woodland and a host of dragonflies which are to follow!
Meanwhile, if you have missed my art, there is some over on my wordpress art blog and there are more photographs of wildlife in Skaithos over on my wordpress photography blog.
8 comments:
Such crystal clear images. Lovely.
Really pretty, it was worth the wait :-)
beautiful photo as always my lovely xx
hugs Teen x
these are such pretty little flutter bugs! I agree with Missy, your images are very sharp, looks like you were using a tripod, but I suspect you were not.
The only butterflies we've been seeing flitting through the yard lately have been giant swallowtails. They might be called north american swallowtails, not sure.
Until just last week, we've had lovely sunny weather too. But now it is rainy rainy and hot sticky. Summer in south Texas.
Thanks Missy, Cherie and Teen :)
Diane, no I wasn't using a tripod on this occasion, the lens I was using has vibration reduction which helps a lot. Over time, my technique is improving too, I keep my arms very tucked in to minimise shake. Also very helpful was nice light on the day :)
Swallowtails are beautiful but very powerful flyers!
It is pretty sticky here right now too, especially at night. We are due a strom for sure!
Great shots. I've given up on butterflies for now, myself. They just won't sit still long enough.
Your butterflies are just beautiful!
Impressive butterfly photography!
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