Image Specifications –
Honey Bee on Flower Macro Study

  • Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

  • Lens: Macro lens 100mm

  • Technical Settings:
    Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

  • Lens: Canon 100mm Macro

  • Exposure Settings:

    • ISO: 100

    • Aperture: f/11

    • Shutter Speed: 1/160 sec

  • Lighting: Macro Photography Flash Diffuser with Speedlite Flash Diffuser Softbox

  • Stability: Hand held tracking

  • Processing: Neural filter in Adobe Photoshop

Description: A close-up shot of a honey bee perched on a flower, highlighting fine body hairs, delicate wings, and pollen-covered legs. Use of focus stacking and controlled lighting emphasizes texture, color, and the interaction between insect and flower.

Image Specifications –
Dragonfly Detail Macro Study

Technical Settings:
• Aperture: f/8
• Shutter Speed: 1/125 sec
• ISO: 200
• Focus Method: 20-frame multi-stack
• Lighting: Strobe with softbox + diffuser to manage reflections and bring out detail
• Stabilization: Tripod + macro rail

Description: A close-up capture of a dragonfly, highlighting iridescent wings, delicate body structure, and intricate textures. Focus stacking and controlled lighting emphasize transparency, reflective surfaces, and fine anatomical detail.

Image Specifications –
Caterpillar Macro Study

  • Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

  • Lens: Macro lens 100mm macro 2x

  • Exposure Settings:

    • ISO: 200

    • Aperture: f/16

    • Shutter Speed: 1/160 sec

  • Focus Panning

  • Lighting: Soft diffused lighting to bring out fine hairs and subtle color gradients

  • Processing: High pass and Neural filter in Adobe Photoshop

  • Description:
    A close-up study of a caterpillar showcasing its fine body hairs, segmented form, and vivid patterns. Focus stacking enhances depth and clarity across its entire body, while controlled lighting reveals the delicate textures, subtle color transitions, and intricate anatomy often missed by the naked eye.


Image Specifications –
Spider Weaving a Web Macro Study

  • Camera: Canon EOS Mark I

  • Lens: Macro lens 2x

  • Technical Settings:
    • Aperture: f/8
    • Shutter Speed: 1/125 sec
    • ISO: 200
    • Focus Method: 20-frame multi-stack
    • Lighting: Strobe with softbox + diffuser to illuminate silk without harsh hotspots
    • Lens & Magnification: Macro lens at close-focus distance

Description: A close-up capture of a spider in mid-weave, highlighting the delicate silk strands, precise leg movements, and fine body textures. Focus stacking and controlled lighting reveal the shimmering threads, subtle reflections, and the intricate craftsmanship happening at a miniature scale.

Image Specifications – Slug Macro Study

  • Camera: Canon EOS Mark IV

  • Lens: Macro lens 2x

  • Exposure Settings:

  • ISO: 200

  • Aperture: f/7.1

  • Shutter Speed: 1/125 sec

  • Focus Stacking: 10-image stack

  • Lighting: Soft diffused light to reduce glare on the slug’s surface

  • Stability: Tripod-mounted; remote shutter or timer

  • Processing: Focus stack blended in Photoshop

    A macro study of a tiny insect, lit with precision to reveal the delicate scales, ridges, and textures hidden beyond the naked eye.

Image Specifications – Unknown Insect Carcass Macro Study

  • Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

  • Lens: Macro lens (insert focal length, e.g., 100mm macro)

  • Exposure Settings:

    • ISO: 100

    • Aperture: f/11

    • Shutter Speed: 1/80 sec

  • Focus Stacking: 10-image stack

  • Lighting: Soft, directional diffused light to emphasize texture and structure

  • Stability: Tripod-mounted; 2-second timer or remote release

  • Processing: Focus stack blended using Adobe Photoshop

    A macro study of an insect carcass, lit with precision to reveal its segmented legs, delicate feet, and the intricate structures often overlooked in natural decay.

Image Specifications – Hornet Pollinating Flower (Macro Study)

  • Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV camera if different)

  • Lens: Macro lens 100mm

  • Exposure Settings:

    • ISO: 400

    • Aperture: f/5.6

    • Shutter Speed: 1/500 sec

  • Focus : Hand held panning

  • Lighting: Natural light with gentle diffusion to preserve detail and avoid harsh highlights

  • Stability: high-speed continuous shooting recommended

  • Processing: Focus stack blended in Adobe Photoshop

    A macro study of a hornet in midair, captured as it pollinates a purple flower, with lighting that highlights the motion, structure, and vibrant color contrast.