Ladybird Pupa - (enlarge)

Eystein - it is called a Stamen - I think;-) glad you enjoyed the image

Ruud - always appreciate your input and support

Bill - Glad you liked this one Bill, and glad you learned a bit too, hope the rains aren't too bad where you are

Stunning bug, elegant flower!

Hi Gail,

A lovely scene.

A+.

F/2.8 prevails.

Best Regards, Mike

Thank you so much for your visit and critique!

Many thanks for your visit, your input and expression of how much you enjoyed the 'experience' of this image!

Many thanks Mike for your 'report card'!!! I am glad this image pleased you.

Really beautiful, great colors and details!!

THANKYOU!!! so nice to see you visit again! ;-) gail

Wonderful details and creamy background!

A delicate image executed with great technique.  Love it!

Amazing shot. Congrats!

I really like the interplay between sharp and blurred parts of the photograph. The curly tendrils of the stamen and the hairs at the edge of petals are tiny  details that make such a big difference to the appearance of the image.

Beautifully done Gail!

Best Regards

Alf

Gail,

Great colors! Simple and gorgeous!

Best regards, Tina

Hello Tina,

I think you are probably getting the very hot temps we are, so difficult to take pics in, at least for me. But I still get out there and try. I am glad you enjoyed this capture!

Thanks for stopping by. I still have much to learn about composition, and even the sharp and blurry areas. Choosing just where I am going to position myself as I take the image I know plays a big part. Sometimes things work to my benefit, but I know I have to learn more in order to be proficient at this work I love so much. My appreciation for your comments and time taken Alf.

Thankyou, each of you for taking the time to communicate your feelings about this image, I am glad you enjoyed it.

Sincere regards, Gail

I'm not really sure how you tell the 'sex' of these 'birds'. Must look that one up!

...and the eye.

That's all.

:)

Many thanks for your visit and shared thoughts Florin ;) Gail