Blue Morpho

© Maria A. Gonzalez

Blue Morpho

Uploaded: July 19, 2010 16:18:07

Description

My greatest appreciation and a big Thank You to Magic Wings Managment for letting me take 3 months off to persute my dream of photographing the National Parks Of the West.
I love nature and want to take this time to enjoy,get close to the wilderness,appreciated,photograph it and see Mother Nature's beautiful landscapes,flora and fauna in the States.
The Butterfly Lady is turning into a Gypsy for the next 3 months..I will be driving all the way,pulling a pop up trailer,camp out and enjoy the experience of traveling thru Colorado,Wyoming,Utah and Montana.
I am sure this will be an incredible and exciting journey and one of the most fullfilling times and experiences of my lifetime.
Also,I wanted to thank Magic Wings staff,family and friends for the encouragment,good thoughts,prayers for my safety and the good advice and good vibes giving to me during the planning of my trip..
You guys are the best..
I sure appreciate your well wishes too.Thanks everybody.

Exif: F Number: 11, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 10/500 seconds, Flash: fired, compulsory flash mode, return light detected, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 105.00 mm, Model: NIKON D300

Comments

David Phalen July 19, 2010

I'd like to have a dollar for each of the many times I've tried to get a shot of a Blue Morpho with it's wings spread!

Fabulous colors and details in this beauty!!

Have a wonderful trip!! #1289864

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic July 19, 2010

Beautiful. Love the blue on the red. Have a safe,fantastic trip. I'm sure we'll be seeing some of your beautiful photos. #8774248

Carol Eade level-addict July 19, 2010

That's a beautiful blue morpho capture, Maria! Your trip sounds incredible...wishing you a safe and fulfilling journey, and can't wait to see all of your great pics when you return! #8774269

Amy M. Wilson July 19, 2010

Gorgeous capture.... love the comp and colors, Maria! Your trip sounds amazing - have a great time and be safe!! #8774284

Nikki McDonald level-classic July 20, 2010

A stunner of a portrait of a blue morpho for sure, Maria.
What an incredible trip you have planned -- have a wonderful time. #8774994

Val Feldman level-deluxe July 20, 2010

Gypsy Lady! What a wonderful send off you've given us in the form of this beautiful morpho and what a great dedication and thanks to the wonderful people at Magic Wings for "setting you free" to explore for 3 whole months...like a butterfly, enjoy flitting from town to town, enjoying the sights and spreading your wings... #8775375

Marvil J. LaCroix July 29, 2010

Wonderful exposure and a strong composition. #8793646

Marty Straub August 09, 2010

WOW!!! THIS IS GREAT. I thought you were GONE without internet for this whole trip, Maria. What a thrill to hear from you and realize that you have been uploading regularly (sorta) during your wonderful excursion. Now I have 15 or 16 of your photos to see at once. What a great start this one is, too. This gorgeous blue morph is outstanding against the orange. #8816226

Gina Cormier August 13, 2010

Congrats on this gorgeous image! Hope your trip was fab!! #8825889

Val Feldman level-deluxe August 13, 2010

Hope your spotty internet service kicks in, Gypsy, so you can see that pretty silver badge attached to this incredible and well-deserved Finalist! Huge congratulations my friend and all the best in the upcoming round! #8826316

Marvil J. LaCroix August 13, 2010

Contrats on being a Finalists. Best Wishes in the next round. #8827206

Ellen Hodges August 13, 2010

Congrats on a superb finalist, Maria! Very best luck in the next round and on your trip!!! #8829214

Sam Britt August 13, 2010

Congratulations Maria! #8829343

Stefania Barbier level-classic August 14, 2010

huge congrats on your beautiful finalist!!! #8830306

Carol L. Fowler August 14, 2010

Congrats! #8830493

frank w. degenhardt August 14, 2010

Such a gorgeous work of beauty my dear friend. A Big Congratulations on the Finalist girl. Way to go. #8830666

Julie Burnett August 14, 2010

Congratulations on this BEAUTIFUL finalist, Maria!! #8832458

Kathy Cline August 14, 2010

JUST BEAUTIFUL MARIA
Hope your safe and having a great time.
CONGRATULATIONS

glitter-graphics.com #8833888

Patrick Rouzes level-classic August 15, 2010

HEYYYYYYYY, Maria! CONGRATULATIONS & good luck! WTG! #8835706

Carol Eade level-addict August 15, 2010

Beautiful finalist, Maria, congratulations! Hope you're having a great time! #8836794

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