Blue Emperor Dragonfly
Chasing this around the edge of a lake was a bit of a task as it moves like a rocket.In the end I videod it and captured a frame for a still....
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Chasing this around the edge of a lake was a bit of a task as it moves like a rocket.In the end I videod it and captured a frame for a still.
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Jun, 2018Views
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People's Choice in Dragonflies vs Damselflies Photo Challenge
Peer Award
Absolute Masterpiece
Superb Composition
Magnificent Capture
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Top 30 rank week 1Same photographer See allBehind The Lens
Behind The Lens
Location
I was chasing this dragonfly around the edge of a lake near where we live. It was moving like a rocket and in the end I filmed it instead the with the video function on my camera. I then edited the footage to be able to present a still image and this is the result.Time
23rd June 2018 at 2:07pm in the afternoon.Lighting
It was a normal warm sunny summers day with lots of dragonfly activity at the location.Equipment
Canon EOS 1200D with a 75-300mm lens and a rose petal hood. I held the camera in my hand to film this beautiful dragonfly.Inspiration
I love the strong colours of blue emperor dragonfly and the speed they race around at is awesome.Editing
I filmed this using the video feature and then captured a still image. It seemed like the easier option in the end as trying to take a photograph and remain in focus at the same time was not easy.In my camera bag
The camera, although I have now upgraded to a Canon EOS 2000D, a 75-300mm lens, an 18-55mm lens, a wide angle lens and a a Photo-R ND lensFeedback
Patience is a virtue! I have taken many photos of dragonfly since this one having become more experienced in photographing these fast moving insects. Just be patient and it will happen.
