Tiger Swallowtail II
Another gorgeous Tiger Swallowtail
Another gorgeous Tiger Swallowtail
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Jul, 2013Views
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akhtarkhan
July 29, 2013
Very pretty Tiger Swallowtail lady, , wonderful colours and pattern, nice detail and nice clean background.....Cool capture.
KrakenWaker
August 31, 2013
Really nice shot, I love the contrast of colours and the distinct black horizon. Great capture.
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Location
This photo was taken on our property in South Central Pennsylvania.Time
The time of day was about noon, but there was an overhang where I was shooting so I was more in the shade while the butterfly on the butterfly bush was in the sun that was filtered through cloudsLighting
Normally I would say to avoid the harsh light but this was a partly cloudy day and the light just seemed to be more gentle. I shot from full shade but didn't make any adjustments.Equipment
I used a Nikon D3100, and a Sigma 200-400 lens. I had to wait for the camera equipment to come to temperature from the air-conditioned structure to a warm exterior. Other than that, nothing else special.Inspiration
I've always loved butterflies. Any time, any place, I'm always trying to get the perfect butterfly shot.Editing
No post-processing.In my camera bag
I love my Nikon D3100, and I generally carry two extra lenses, one for macro shots and my long lens. I keep a remote shutter release in the bag, and a tripod attached. Various camera cleaning equipment.Feedback
Be patient, use a long lense as butterflies are easily scared.
