My first butterfly

matteeanne

In my youth my photography teacher told me I had great skill as a photographer. It was the only thing that ever interested me in school. I asked my wealthy father for a camera and college, he gave me a $30 camera and told me to get out. 35 years later I just went out and sprung for a great camera. I doubt I will ever "make it big" but i do plan on giving it a go.
I have had the camera for one day. I love this shot. the contrast with the gray wood and rust I find lovely.
Please be brutal in your criticism. I need to learn. Please wish me luck in fulfilling my dream.

DRT-Maverick

Try to get the DOF focused more on the butterfly, the DOF seems to be a little off, it's focused more on the wood grain. I enjoy the photo though!

GOLDENORFE

agree, presume you used auto focus.
try manual and get a bit closer to fill frame more