Jumping Spiders

[tchuanye]

Some more JS shots taken below my house.

FZ30+Raynox 250, F11, various speeds, 2 diffuse flash, ISO80, handheld

#1: Getting ready....


#2: ...for the jump.....1st check how far....and deep...


#3:...than get set.....(..but no 'go' shot....my dream to capture one in flight! )


#4: Male JS


#5: Another view

[tchuanye]

#6: Female JS


#7:


#8: Tiny spotted looking JS


#9:

[chvictor]

Nice and very sharp details on its head.

chvictor (Adobe Certified Instructor) | Photoshop Instructor | 98162062

[CasualSnaper]

really enjoy all your spider series.

i have a 105mm 2.8 macro and a SB28 which can tilt -7 degree.

what do i need to do to shoot macro using my tools before.

thanks.

[tchuanye]

Originally Posted by chvictor Nice and very sharp details on its head. chvictor (Adobe Certified Instructor) | Photoshop Instructor | 98162062

Thanks!

Originally Posted by CasualSnaper really enjoy all your spider series. i have a 105mm 2.8 macro and a SB28 which can tilt -7 degree. what do i need to do to shoot macro using my tools before. thanks.

I guess you will have to diffuse your flash, and play around with your settings. High DOF is required for most macros, so a small apeture setting. As the shutter speed, and flash exposure, you have to play around.

[melvynyeo]

The clarity and timing is amazing! Love your style.

[tchuanye]

Originally Posted by melvynyeo The clarity and timing is amazing! Love your style.

Thanks Mel!