It's been a while: caterpillar

Snowgirl

I haven't had my macro gear out much lately, but was having a 'lazy' summer afternoon and decided to try it out again. This is some kind of very hairy caterpillar that was sunning itself on my deck.

at 1X


at 2X


and at 3X


All are handheld and, as you can see, I'm not very good at it. I've tried various techniques and methods of bracing myself with somewhat limited success. C&C and suggestions always appreciated.

basflt

looks fine to me
it was the hairs that are moving , not the camera

tip for next one
rest the front of the lens on the deck surface
> no movement at all + a better angle

Lord Vetinari

Agree with Bas's comments.
Hairy caterpillars are actually quite difficult to photograph as you are often not sure what to focus on (the hairs or the body)
Brian v.

Snowgirl

Thank you. You are right, Brian, I wasn't sure what to aim for but decided to pick a 'spot' and go for it. Good idea Bas. Must learn to use live-view for these situations so I can get the camera lower - and wear my glasses as well. In this case, he was very near the top of the deck stairs so I could have easily done that - if I'd thought of it. Duh. Macro and learning to speak Portuguese before I go to Brazil next year are my two challenges for the coming 12 months.

DaddyO

Nice one. You got some really good sharp.

GOLDENORFE

look good to me , especially #2
always going to have oof hairs on a cat like this!

Snowgirl

Thanks all. Much appreciated.