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I caught that Bald-faced Hornet again today. Great detail so click-through to the bigger versions if you are interested.

Two strategies for macro with insects. I’ve been doing the handheld chase method lately where you follow the bugs around and try to catch them where they land. This results in about a one-in-twenty success ratio because getting the focus right is very tough.

I want to try the other method of setting up with a tripod and pointing where you think they will land. I expect the latter will be kind of like fishing. Nice to hang out in a flower garden waiting for your subject, but be ready to pull the trigger when the bait is being taken. How’s that for mixed metaphors?