This fine little damselfly was on duty by the pond today.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 800, f/8, 1/320″ exposure
An unidentified insect surveys our ornamental garden from its vantage point on a rain soaked iris. I especially like the tiny bead of water on the bug’s back.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 1250, f/4.2, 1/250″ exposure
Morning raindrops on peony petals.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 1250, f/4.5, 1/200″ exposure
Shooting in the rain has its challenges and its rewards. Here raindrops cling to a curling vetch vine.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 1250, f/4.2, 1/320″ exposure
The poppies in our backyard garden are in full bloom.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 800, f/8, 1/400″ exposure
Siberian iris on the verge of blooming in our side garden.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 400, f/3.3, 1/1600″ exposure
A Jack-in-the-pulpit down by Fargo Brook.
Nikon D600, Sigma 105mm lens, ISO 800, f/6.3, 1/40″ exposure
Cinnamon fern spores grow on their own fronds and turn a lovely cinnamon color—hence the name!
Nikon D600, Nikon 24-120mm lens @ 95mm, ISO 160, f/4, 1/80″ exposure
John Hadden Photography 