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This is a discussion on Another Dragon within the Animals (mammals, birds, insects etc.) forums, part of the Show your photo (Color) - Landscape & Nature (flowers, mountains, storms etc.) category; Not quite as good as Michaelaw's recent post but I wanted to share. I did learn a couple of things ...

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    Not quite as good as Michaelaw's recent post but I wanted to share. I did learn a couple of things taking this one. Maybe next time I'll get a better shot.

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    Nicely done; I like the way the clear portions of his (her?) wings seem to disapear almost like a painting that's not finished.

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    I appreciate how difficult shooting insects is, but honestly, this one is not quite sharp enough for me, and the dragon isn't pretty enough itself to make for a great subject. Hope that helps.
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    Quote Originally Posted by jabber View Post
    I appreciate how difficult shooting insects is, but honestly, this one is not quite sharp enough for me, and the dragon isn't pretty enough itself to make for a great subject. Hope that helps.
    Yeah, I know about the sharpness. I'm starting to think it's the kit lens that came with my Rebel XSi. I'll have to keep saving for a better lens.
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