MONDAY MACROS: A new series starts today.
I’m out such a lot in the summer months with my DSLR and macro lens that I’m sure I can post once a week with some close-ups of our natural world.
Well, that’s the plan; the intention; the sincerely well-meant resolution; the pious hope…..
……that every Monday I can post at least one recently taken macro. If the weather keeps us indoors, then I’ll take a picture of something in the house – even if it’s only a close-up of a cat’s whisker!
These macros are from a visit last week to BROCKHOLES a local nature reserve.

BROCKHOLES: A Snail in the Sunshine ©HelenBushe

BROCKHOLES: Hoverfly on a Buttercup ©HelenBushe

BROCKHOLES: 7-spot Ladybird ©HelenBushe

BROCKHOLES: Common Darter Dragonfly ©HelenBushe

BROCKHOLES: Udea Lutealis Moth ©HelenBushe

BROCKHOLES: Common Darter Dragonfly (close-up) ©HelenBushe
28 Comments
Arkenaten · 24 July 2017 at 09:46
Oh, my goodness! Superb shots , Helen, Dragonfly is gorgeous. We’ll have to wait six months here to see dragonflies once more!
HMB · 24 July 2017 at 09:54
Dragonflies are worth waiting for
paulfraser11 · 23 July 2017 at 16:13
Stunning work Helen, beautiful pictures
ultimatetravel8 · 22 July 2017 at 15:14
Nice Macro pictures!
HMB · 22 July 2017 at 15:27
Thank you. I appreciate your comment
Joanne Sisco · 12 July 2017 at 20:30
We seem to have a surplus of snails and dragonflies this year. Thanks for the wonderful closeup view of them!
HMB · 12 July 2017 at 21:04
Dragonflies aren’t in abundance here. We have to go out searching for them . This makes getting a good picture all the more rewarding. Whereas snails…. well they just sit there for as long as you need them .
Joanne Sisco · 12 July 2017 at 21:17
Snails are so accommodating!! 🙂
HMB · 12 July 2017 at 21:27
Manja Mexi Movie · 11 July 2017 at 20:33
Such fun! Great series idea.
HMB · 11 July 2017 at 20:48
Thanks Manja
Amy · 11 July 2017 at 16:55
What a stunning macro series, Helen! Glad I didn’t post my macros today or yesterday. 🙂 🙂
The brockholes is so nicely framed by these two leave, clever. The dragonfly is a stunning capture. I’m in awe…
HMB · 11 July 2017 at 16:59
Thanks Amy. Your kind comments have me smiling from ear to ear. Come on, let’s see your macros…..
Amy · 11 July 2017 at 18:25
You have raised the bar for macro, Helen. 🙂
HMB · 11 July 2017 at 18:32
Laurie Graves · 11 July 2017 at 14:55
Oh, my gosh! Splendid! I love up close and personal with critters and flowers. Certainly gives one a different perspective.
HMB · 11 July 2017 at 16:02
Thanks Laurie. I find it very relaxing watching them . They are certainly busier than I am. I love looking at the details on screen too when I get home.
bushboy · 11 July 2017 at 10:51
Great Macros Helen. I liked the Ladybird best 🙂
HMB · 11 July 2017 at 15:57
Thank you. It’s the first half-decent picture Ive ever got of one.
Emilio Pasquale · 10 July 2017 at 20:18
Love ’em all, but my favorite has to be the close-up of the Common Darter Dragonfly. Great shot!
HMB · 10 July 2017 at 20:25
Thanks Emilio. I just love dragonflies.
whippetwisdom · 10 July 2017 at 19:26
Stunning images Helen, they are all beautiful
HMB · 10 July 2017 at 19:56
Thanks Xenia. There’s so much around us that’s wonderful to look at closely. Have a good week.
whippetwisdom · 10 July 2017 at 20:37
Thank you Helen, you too! ☺
HMB · 10 July 2017 at 20:58
❤️
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