(Updates: May 2009; Published in the book of the Generation Fig Tree '09 art show. July 2009; MSNBC's "It's a Snap" photo contest finalist. July 2010; Julia Margaret Cameron Award Finalist and published in the book of winners and finalists.)
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Macro; Golden Orb Weaver (Updated)
(Updates: May 2009; Published in the book of the Generation Fig Tree '09 art show. July 2009; MSNBC's "It's a Snap" photo contest finalist. July 2010; Julia Margaret Cameron Award Finalist and published in the book of winners and finalists.)
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Wow!, look scary with all those claws and black bristle hairs.
Great macro work!
Did you say 4-5 inches long or 4-5 feet long? It looks almost as big as some of the trees in the picture. It's like the Godzilla of spiders!
Thank you, no. I won't be clicking anything to make it larger [typing from behind my chair - says he who hates spiders].
such incredible detail. Lets you see how rich evolution is.
Holy cow that's an impressive spider, and an impressive photograph! I'm not scared of spiders at all but I think I'd think twice about getting cosy with one that big.
tabib; Thank you. These large spiders are all over the woods around here right now, so it's good to keep a keen eye out when hiking!
rick; Yeah, they're pretty massive. I almost walked face first into one like this when I first moved here (thanks to Charles for grabbing my arm & dragging me back at the last minute!)
ba & bird; *LOL* Imagine how I felt shoving my face right up in there! I only found out after the fact that they're venomous & they will leap from their webs when threatened!
charles; Yes! And what a beautiful spider it is.
Yikes! Now THAT'S a spider!
Damn, Lana -- you are brave! That thing is scary and beautiful. Great picture!
Wow, you're really good with that macro! I can never make mine work right...
Love the balance on the shot between the macro and the trees - talk about camouflage, as well.
You are a brave woman to get so close! What an awesome awesome shot of this beautiful spider, Lana! Everything about this shot is so perfect!
Such a beautiful pic! Good enough for National Geographic too.
dave; That's what I said when I first saw them, myself. I believe there was also some "Holy crap!" in there as well.
michelle; Thank you. :)
steve; Thanks. I'm still practicing w/my macro. Half of the shots I took came out blurry, so don't feel bad. ;)
julie; Thank you. As far as camoflauge goes, we passed a couple coming from the other way who didn't seem to have noticed this monster hanging virtually in their faces!
lisa & jr; Thanks so much! I'm flattered. *blush*
Stunning!
You really do have the magic eye!
You and Charles are some lucky people. To have each found the right fit to make the whole puzzle make sense. Can humans ask for more? Probably not.
Yep, that's me... always looking at the emotional side of life.
I haven't yet posted but I will soon. been busy. Very busy.
and it's a good thing! I found some freelance writing work! more details at Charles' blog.
Thanks for your visits!
Lana,
that's a breathtaking shot. Wowza.
Alien, yet earthling.
Great macro of a beautiful spider. I've never seen one of those up this direction.
erik1313; Congratulations on the freelance work--that's great news!
I agree that Charles & I are pretty lucky. I think that part of it is just that we allow ourselves to be happy, y'know? So many people seem to fight it these days, as though marriage is more about war than peace. We're old (aka "experienced,") enough to know better. ;)
eric; Thank you. These are rather shocking looking beasties, until you get used to them...at least to a point. *L*
marvin; Thanks. No sign of them there, eh? That's good to know for our eventual retirement (to NW AR.) ;)
Now that's a spider! Wow!
wow... that's so neat, lana :D
Brave you are. Perfect for Halloween.
cheri, laughingwolf & t.r.; Thanks! These spiders are a bit unnerving, but lovely miracles of nature all the same.
NO FREAKIN WAY am I clicking on that image!
My G*d that puts the Horror in Halloween October!!!
Beautiful! Great work. Reminds of one time out on the farm when there was a big spider on our front porch. She made the most beautiful web. Mama told us to just leave her alone and we'll see how big the web gets. I don't remember what finally happened to it, but we enjoyed watching her and the web she spun for a long time. D
miladysa; Glad you enjoyed my piece of "flash non-fiction," if you will. ;)
donnetta; Thanks. I used to enjoy watching spiders at work--back when I lived up north & they were certainly no larger than 3/4" across! *L*
Sorry, I find spiders like this itcky!
Wow! that is a beauty but I'm actually just a tad bit afraid of spiders when they get close to me. Look at the front hooks on that baby!
I clicked.... :-O
Amazing photograph of an amazing creature...
barbara & larry; Yeah, spiders aren't exactly everyone's cup of tea. This one so amazed me, though, I was compelled to watch it for a long time.
michelle; Thank you. :)
I just can't click to make it bigger! You're sooooo brave, I would be running!
chris; *LOL* Thank you. :)
Isn't he a beaut? Lovely photograph :D
chrissy; Thank you. :)
Lana- That is a very cool spider.
Tom
That is an excellent shot that I must follow up with "eeeeewwwww!!" I know they're amazing and useful creatures but they just give me the willies! :o[
tom; Thanks. :)
roadgurl5; They're not for everyone, of course, but they are pretty amazing!
Hey.. Is this edible?
I am asking you this people some people says some spiders(not exactly) are edible.
doson; I don't know. Considering I'm deathly allergic to many bugs, I wasn't about to give it a try! *L* I know they're venemous, though, so they're probably not good eating.
Cool photo ... I don't have a spider phobia but I do keep a healthy distance from any venomous wildlife.
TT; Now that I know they're venomous (& now that I have some good macros of them,) I don't think I'll be shoving my hands &/or face close in there again, myself! *L*
you're kidding me right? whoa. that is a huge spider. the colors are pretty, but i would be so scared. great find though for your camera.
nw; No, not kidding. *L* Thanks!
Wow, Lana, absolutely amazing! Splendid photo, with fantastic details. Wow!
I love this spider's name, golden orb weaver, it seems fitting for a fantasy tale...
vesper; Thanks, again! The name refers to the web it spins, which can look golden in the light. I'm usually too distracted by the enormous spider to pay much attention to the web, I must admit!
OH MY!!! This is the stuff nightmares are made of. Excellent capture!
louise; Thank you kindly. :)
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