Small heath

This small heath was quietly feeding on lavender flowers in a field close to les Mées (southern France) in the late afternoon. Although I photographed this butterfly in France, I could have done it almost anywhere, as this species is not rare at all throughout Europe. I like the feeling of summer I get looking at these insects. You rarely see these butterflies with opened wings, at least I didn't have the luck to see (let alone photograph) one. Your comments are very welcome.

Vincent, well captured and wonderful warm colours from the afternoon-sun. Regerds, Franz

Bravo Vincent. An excellent macro, the lateral position of the butterfly allows a precise focus that enhances all the details very well, the head with the antennae and the coiled proboscis are very clear. Lavender flowers add a hint of color , ciao Giangiorgio

Hi Franz,

 

thank you for your friendly comments! Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Giangiorgio,

 

thank you for your amicable comments, well appreciated! Kind regards, Vincent

Vincent, this is a fantastic macro of a beautiful butterfly! You did an excellent job with your focus and DOF to bring out all of its wonderful textures and details. Well done. Todd

Hi Todd,

 

thank you for your friendly comments! This butterfly made it easy for me to take its portrait, it was taking its time. Kind regards, Vincent

Vincent, for a portrait of a butterfly, this image is a superior macro. The folds in its wings resemble those of Asian paper screens. In a sense, its antennae remind me of very slender pieces of pasta angel hair. The detail in its entire body is sharp enough to reveal even the finest detail, and yet there are no sharpness artifacts. Finally the colors contrast and blend very well. - - My best always, michael

Hi Michael,

 

thank you very much for these comments! Your descriptions of what the butterfly's body looks like are almost poetic and I feel honored to receive them. Kind regards, Vincent

Vincent.You haven chosen the right light to bring out the butterfly's form in clear details.Well done....John

Hi John,

 

thank you very much for your comment! Kind regards, Vincent