Another attempt at macro photography. I came across this dead fly and thought it might make a fitting subject for a macro: a small insect that because of its deceased state was not going anywhere anytime soon. Not only was it dead, it had been dead for some time so it was well past its sell by date. This, of course accounts for its dilapidated appearance. In fact when I picked it up a couple of legs fell off. This did not deter me. We photographers are a hardy bunch and in any case it was good practice.

Taken with a Sony A6000 and 7artisans 60mm F2.8 Macro Lens

Taken while walking home from a friend’s. When you have a group of geese (see above) it’s very hard to get them all doing something interesting (or even just looking towards the camera) at the same time. I was in a rush so I couldn’t hang around to see if everything would align perfectly.

Taken with a Sony A6000 and 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 OSS.

While walking the dog the other day I came across this large, magnificent Eastern Swallowtail.

Taken with a Fuji X-E1 and Fuji XC 16-50mm f3.5-5.6 OSS II

Harley was recently groomed. I usually let his hair grow until it starts to get warm. This year I was somewhat delayed because of difficulties arranging an appointment.

I booked online at the place we usually have him groomed, but the earliest appointment they could give me was a few weeks into the future. The day of the appointment came and before leaving I thought to check that all was well. It turned out that their computer system had failed to absorb the appointment and nothing was scheduled for that day. So another long wait to get another appointment, which was ultimately cancelled.

So I gave up on that place and tried another option: mobile grooming. I had to wait again, but not too long. Then they too cancelled. I threw a fit and they were able to find me a place. Eventually they came to the house and did the grooming.

Above before and after pictures.

Pictures taken with an Iphone 8eii

Yes, it’s yet another squirrel!.

Taken with a Sony A6000 and 18-135mm f3.5-5.6 OSS.