Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by MelonMusketeer:
For this subject, the flash does give it a lot of contrast, and highlights the details of the spider. The empty dark BG also helps to make it stand out with no distractions. I also see the faint lines of the web in the corner, which is just enough to give it some setting.
If you want to use flash on subjects that are very close to the camera and not have such a strong single point lighting, try cutting a styrofoam cup to cover your flash and diffuse the light. Even a piece of white paper works pretty good for that.
You have been on DPC a long time. It's good to see you getting involved more.

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by JerseyGenie:
Gorgeous close up. I think the lighting was fantastic and the detail really stand out. I like the glimpses of the web that just peek out of the darkness.

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by cgino:
Eewww! I actually like the slightly harsh light, makes him look a bit scarier than he already does :-) Nice detail and color!

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by scooter97:
You really benefited from the darkness in my opinion. That spider really stands out.

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by salmiakki:
Ooh, another spider. The last picture I looked at was also a spider. This is very effective against the black background.

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by Melethia:
It's pretty good - I like being able to see just that wisp of silk!

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by ordinaryangel:
Nicely done. I love how much she stands out. I teach kindergarten and seeing the face framed by the long pincers reminds me of a game of "peek-a-boo"

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by roz:
looks brilliant .. love the flash it makes the spider look almost like a graphic design .. a graphic design of a spider .. !! .. love the delicate web he/she's hanging from .. great shot ..:)

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by hajeka:
Nice to see her just hanging! Wonderful light!

Hangin' by a Thread
by George

Comment by sittingonthegrass:
I see an upside down face at the opposite end! nicely done!