MoonstoneMary

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Aperture f/4.5 ISO 80 Shutter 1/320 Focal Length 26749/1000

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May, 2015

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Behind The Lens

Location

On the road that runs along side our 13 acres in Pearce AZ. The peacefulness there is unmatched and we love the views of Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains. It's just a slice of heaven that hopefully we will call home when we retire.

Time

Mid-morning. We like to pack a picnic lunch when we drive off to visit our property.

Lighting

Natural lighting.

Equipment

Zoomed in using a smart phone. I didn't want to get too close to this jumping beast.

Inspiration

We had never seen this creature before, very alien looking. A google search on the image did not help me identify it. If anyone can, I would love to know. Afterall, if we retire here, we will no doubt see more of these fellows.

Editing

Not a thing.

In my camera bag

Usually nothing but a smart phone. I tried a zoom lens for my smart phone but that turned out to be a waste of money.

Feedback

Get outside. There is nothing more inspiring than getting out in nature, hiking someplace you've never been, and breathing the fresh air / soaking up the sun's rays.

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