that dude is TINY!

... yes, that is the same insect ...
1/60s @ f5, ISO100
now, we're off to the wedding.

praying?

praying mantis on japanese maple, or, more specifically: Stagmomantis Carolina on Acer Palmatum Aconitifolium. 1/200s @f5.6, ISO 100

collard greens

this was shot at the farmers market, maybe i'll shoot the ham hock next.

FROST yes

it's cold, the Wise farmer is wearing his coveralls.
Collards get their good flavor after the first freeze, it changes the sugars - enjoy; i'm going to cook now.

Wise Farms booth, Farmer's Market, Raleigh, NC. 10D - 1/60s @ f5, ISO 100

little felt hammers

the inside of a studio upright that really needs to be tuned.