Vincent Cochain, MPSA
About the Image(s)
1/320, f/18, ISO 2500 at 105 mm (Macro - FF), at sunset.
Always in my neighborhood. I like the challenge to try to catch an insect on a flower. It is more for the combination of both than only for the flower.
I didn't change the background to keep the atmosphere of the vegetation.
LR: increased the texture et exposition. Decreased highlight and shadow. Cropped as it wasn't directly taken in the square format.
5 comments posted
I love the insect and the sun angle gave nice dimension to the petals without blowing out the highlights. The background could be a little less sharp but overall very nice.
  Posted: 10/02/2026 22:19:41
  Posted: 10/02/2026 22:19:41
Hi Vincent: Nice subject. Regarding sharpness; the small insect seem fairly sharp however the left side of the central yellow round part (pistil) has been burnt out by the evening sun and has very little detail.
Composition wise there is another alternative to using a square format, and that is just the standard format similar to Sevinc's picture of a single flower. That would allow you a lot more picture area.
Regarding background; Your white flower picture would be greatly improved if the brightest grass blades in the background were toned down... as is they are quite distracting.   Posted: 10/07/2026 21:05:00
Composition wise there is another alternative to using a square format, and that is just the standard format similar to Sevinc's picture of a single flower. That would allow you a lot more picture area.
Regarding background; Your white flower picture would be greatly improved if the brightest grass blades in the background were toned down... as is they are quite distracting.   Posted: 10/07/2026 21:05:00
Thanks Murphy for these complete analysis and advices.   Posted: 10/16/2026 08:58:51
Although you "didn't change the background to keep the atmosphere of the vegetation", it looks somewhat distracting, especially the lower RHS.
The insect on the flower is ok. But the left side of the pistil has been burnt out.   Posted: 10/15/2026 17:30:55
The insect on the flower is ok. But the left side of the pistil has been burnt out.   Posted: 10/15/2026 17:30:55
In reviewing your description I believe that you achieved your objective. I think the composition is good with the positioning of the flower, and for me the addition of the insect is a big plus. I also appreciate your use of the sid lighting.
I agree with the others regarding the toning down of the background.   Posted: 10/16/2026 15:28:53
I agree with the others regarding the toning down of the background.   Posted: 10/16/2026 15:28:53
