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Monarch and friend

© Kim Kleinschmidt

Monarch and friend

Uploaded: September 08, 2009

Description

This monarch photo is dedicated to Kathy Cline who has helped me so much!
I first met Kathy early this summer when I purchased a lens from her. We were chatting on the phone and she told me about her butterflies.
We put in a butterfly garden and this Monarch is the first one we raised and released from eggs on.
We have had 2 successful metamorphoses. The latest of which was yesterday.
Thank you Kathy for ALL of your help!

Taken with my 180mm L lens Handheld.

Did you find the monarch's friend?

I wish each of you a terrific Tuesday!

Exif: F Number: 3.5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/1250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 180.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 50D

Comments

Nancyj E. Hovey level-classic September 08, 2009

Beautiful beautiful, and wonderful dedication to a awesome BP member...Kathy! 8o) #1177964

Ron McEwan September 08, 2009

Yes I did Kim, sure looks small compared to the monarch. Beautiful capture and congrats on the success of your garden, it has sure paid off here. #7924879

Eric S. Rundle September 08, 2009

A stunning image Kim #7924905

Kim Kleinschmidt September 08, 2009

THANK YOU Nancy, Ron and Eric for stopping by and for the wonderful comments :) #7924924

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe September 08, 2009

Fantastic capture and story Kim!! Jeff #7924959

Robert R. Goodman September 08, 2009

Hi Kim,That is a beautiful Monarch.A butterfly graden was a great idea.We won't see them until Oct-Nov when it cools down a little.Stunning capture my friend!!!!! #7924972

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic September 08, 2009

Just gorgeous, Kim. What a wonderful delight to have a butterfly garden. Love it. #7925029

Melissa Malisia September 08, 2009

Wonderful capture & dedication!! #7925072

Jessica Jenney September 08, 2009

Gorgeous color, detail and DOF, Kim! Good luck with your butterfly garden! #7925321

David Phalen September 08, 2009

Awesome colors, details and DOF!! Very well done Kim!! #7925368

Melissa G. Meiselman September 08, 2009

Wonderful story about building a butterfly garden, Kim, and great dedication to a friend!! This shot of your first monarch is fantastic with sharp details, vibrant color and terrific light!!! #7925470

A P September 08, 2009

Beautiful capture and dedication to Kathy, Kim. #7925475

Mike Clime September 08, 2009

Beautiful macro and nice details! These guys never land on my flowers when I am around. #7925973

Carrie M. Groseclose September 08, 2009

Truly gorgeous, Kim! What a wonderful experience that must be to have a butterfly garden! #7925985

Kathy Cline September 08, 2009

WHAT A SURPRISE KIM and you should be so proud to be a Butterfly Mama now! I love your milkweed and Monarch. They are both so beautiful!! Thank you for including me. Your so kind! You will soon find that these little critters will grow on you and you wont be able to have just one. Many blessings to you and your new butterfly garden!! #7926121

Tammy M. Anderson level-deluxe September 08, 2009

Beautiful colors and composition, Kim. #7926191

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 08, 2009

WOW, Kim!!! To the image and your butterfly garden!!! WTG!!! :-) k #7926348

Patty Fee September 13, 2009

Beautiful shot, Kim!

Best wishes on your butterfly garden. #7940248

Lauren P. Krajenta September 13, 2009

Fantastic, stunning photo! The colors, clarity and details are outstanding! Just Gorgeous! A fav! #7940663

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