Big Wheel Acceleration = ( 4 x Pi Squared x R ) / ( Time Squared )
by JonathanJ

Comment by Kimber90:
Awesome color and movement. Creative title with image.

Harlequin Hive
by JonathanJ

Comment by Chinarosepetal:
They are amazing bugs :)

Harlequin Hive
by JonathanJ

Comment by Benzgirl:
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Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by dr rick:
Greetings from the Critique Club.

Vibrant colors that work well together. Interesting textures that make the photo fun to explore. The large bug in front is a clear focal point that the eye returns to again and again as it explores the contrasting elements around it. A very nice photo.

I do wish that large bug was in focus. A bit larger depth of field would have improved this; depending on wind, perhaps f/8 at 1/100 second.

The point of view works well, but it's a bit unbalanced and the bug at back right is cut off. Pointing the camera a bit to the right would improve the composition. It's centered, but that's fine (and common) for macros. The vertical orientation was the right choice here.

Another minor complaint is the glare reflecting off of some of the bugs. But overall a great photo, especially considering the minimal editing rules.

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by liberty:
Mass production! great image!! 8

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by S_Lanterman:
wow, great colours - I've never seen that type of insect before

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by menele:
Fantastic colours, really interesting subject. Love this shot.

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by erdejo:
WOW! This absolutely gorgeous! I love the colors. The only thing I could "whine" about is that the background could have been (slightly) more out of focus..... But again, I love the colors of the bugs!

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by Dirt_Diver:
Great color and very close, Great job

Cotton Harlequins
by JonathanJ

Comment by wispy_willow:
lovely!