Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly On Phlox in Summer
by Carol Senske
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Tiger Swallowtail Butterfly On Phlox in Summer
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Carol Senske
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Photograph - Photograph
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About 6 years ago the deer ate all our wild phlox. Last year a few plants showed themselves, and this year we have a few more:>) . The butterflies love them, especially the swallowtails.
Phlox, P. paniculata, is a common wildflower in a family of many types. Most are found in North America and are known for their lovely colors. They are a food source for caterpillars, butterflies, deer, ground hogs, and rabbits, and probably many more creatures, especially in the insect family. Some flower in springtime, others bloom in the late summer and fall - all are lovely.
This picture was taken July 28, 2019, in Green Lane, Pennsylvania, USA> . I used a Canon T5i EOS paired with a Canon 100 mm macro lens to get this image. The sun was very harsh so I used flash to help with the crunchy contrast.
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Brian Morefield - Prose Imagery
Love the composition of this capture. The black separating the two Phlox creates a daydreamy effect, like a think bubble where the defocused Phlox imagines itself being embraced by a butterfly. Very romantic! L/F (and to be Voted).
Carol Senske replied:
That is an absolutely beautiful comment. I never thought of it like that , and THAT is romantic:>)
Nancy Kane Chapman
Visiting this beauty again. The light is amazing and I loved your method in the description. I have faced high noon before with my camera and know there might be a way to arrive at THIS! Wonderful, Carol! F/L+++
Carol Senske replied:
I've found a few things over the yeas that help in tight spots:>). Hope you and the family are all doing well - thanks a million, Nancy
Larry Kniskern
Congratulations, Carol – your pink and yellow scene has been featured by the Go Take a Hike Photography Group! Feel free to add it to the 2022 Featured Images thread in the group discussion board for archive.
Linda Howes
So pretty Carol, I love the light! l/f
Carol Senske replied:
We didn't have many butterflies this year - noticeably less and rather sag about that. Thanks for the nice comment and the visit, Linda!
Morris Finkelstein
Beautiful close up photograph of a Tiger Swallowtail on Phlox with great colors, clarity, perspective, and composition, Carol! F/L
Carol Senske replied:
What a lovely comment, Morris. Thank you so much for your visit and your support.
ParaKrytous P
This is a beautifully composed photo, on dark backdrop, which intensify the beauty of the butterfly and flowers.
Kathryn Jones
A stunning capture of the butterfly and the flowers!
Carol Senske replied:
Sometimes I am rewarded with a beautiful gift while I'm out walking. There is so much to see:>). Thank you for the lovely comment!
Linda Howes
So pretty Mother nature, it has a magical feel, I love the light! l/f
Carol Senske replied:
:>). It was a very bright day and so I wa able to make the background dark. Thanks! Happy Easter
Randy Rosenberger
Congratulations for having this great piece of artwork chosen to be featured in our Wisconsin Flowers and Scenery group. I am proud to be able to support and promote all artists within our group. I very much enjoyed viewing the masterfully done piece from you portfolio to show off to all other artists and to attract perspective buyers. Thanks for sharing your beautiful artwork with all FAA members. Well worthy of this recognition.
Jeff Swan
Very nice shot !
Carol Senske replied:
Hi, Jeff, and many thanks for coming by:>) . Hope you are having a decent summer and all is well. I appreciate the lovely comment!
Nancy Kane Chapman
What a great shot with that velvet jet black ground!!! Very wonderful! F/L+++
Carol Senske replied:
I'm so pleased you like this shot. I'm usually only able to try and shot around noon, and the sun is impossible then. Using fill-flash helps and sometimes gives me this nice, dark background.
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