6.13.2011

Sunshine, freedom, and flowers

Swallowtail on my lilac bush - f5.6, 1/640s, ISO200
"Just living is not enough," said the butterfly, "one must have sunshine, freedom and a little flower." 
~Hans Christian Anderson~







Macro Monday at Lisa's Chaos

13 comments:

  1. Beautiful macro! I love the coloration and markings on Swallowtails - unfortunately, I've found our cat does also! :(

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  2. Having that Swallowtail around to photograph - you are so lucky. Such a nice balance with the lilac florets.

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  3. Beautiful quote, and your photograph is so very beautiful Barb!

    Thank you so much for sharing both today at The Creative Exchange.

    Have a wonderful day!

    lisa.

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  4. This photo is perfect as is the quote!
    I like the DOF!

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  5. Great shot! You have a way with those Swallowtails!
    Jo

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  6. Beautiful composition and details.

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  7. Great photo - those Swallowtails are so very difficult to photograph when flitting from flower to flower.

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  8. You have caught this so well. Love your quote too!

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  9. What striking color of the butterfly against the lilac blossom. The detail is marvelous. Perfect quote for the photo.

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  10. Gorgeous capture and I love your quote!

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  11. Ohhh FANTABULOUS capture!!! =)

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