An interesting capture, but one that is a little too busy for my taste. Swarming bee are not a common site, especially in an urban environment, so I imagine that stumbling across this one gave you a real buzz :lol: Seriously, though, your image would be improved, IMHO, by cropping and adjusting the levels and sharpness. Jon:wink:

A visual banquet, Roger :!: Superb lighting, exposure, detail and composition - go to the head of the class: just try not to hurt the heads of the others as you clamber over them :mrgreen: Jon:wink:

Wonderful light and atmosphere: thank goodness you were there to capture it for all to see:!: Jon:wink:

Dan has a valid point but this remains, IMI, a wondeful image. I particulary like the way viewpoint, focussing and DOF have been used to create a multi-layered composition with detail and interest to indulge the eye in each. Jon:wink:

You have captured the tint and delicacy of the blossom beautifully and offset them against the blurred background. Thoughtful cropping has resulted in a delightful composition. Way to go Trixie:!: Jon:wink:

I don't know - but I like it :!:. Cracking composition and range of tones. Jon:wink:

A superbly sharp, perfectly exposed capture. A compelling justification for the outlay on the new lens :mrgreen:. Jon:wink:

Tis indeed a wonderful photograph: well seen and captured 8). Jon:wink:

Dat am a baad portrait buai: respec :!: I-rey, Jon:wink:

Beautifully framed and exposed so as to retain detail in both the shadow and highlight areas. How hard did you have to work to find such an attractive viewpoint? Jon:wink: