bumble bee's familiarities ...

"... Of Nature I shall have enough
When I have entered these
Entitled to a Bumble bee's
Familiarities ..."

Emily Dickinson

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Osvaldo_Zoom says:

wow"" really beautiful !!

Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

Luv 2 Flickr says:

Great shot, and great detail on those wings

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

tv writer says:

Gorgeous red - the bee is perfect!
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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

SO!!!! you're starting early!!! I haven't even seen a BEE!!! LOL!!!
I love seeing this shot!!!! it inspirer's me... did I tell you... they call me a Bee HUNTER!!!! :))

Seriously!!! You're the best... No one does it better!!! Love this baby in red!!!

Lens Tip!!! from me to you!!!

TIO...

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

P. J. McAdie says:

and there she shall bee
glowing in the spring redness
as sweet as honey

judith, those wings are fantastic. such fine fine details. and a beautiful composition. love the redness. ❤
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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

LadyExpat says:

Amazing shot! I can't get over the detail on the wings!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

raineys says:

The finest of bee images!!!

I really like your animal photo!
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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

mimbrava says:

OMG! This cannot be more perfect.

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

maritimelight says:

The wings and fur are amazingling crisp! Bravo!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

nd2945--away mostly till the 18th says:

great macro of bee and flower

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

qt flickr says:

Wow, magnificent!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

bevcraigwhite says:

oh !! that colour makes me gasp with admiration !!!!

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

leaders says:

(gallery & instructions)
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

tammyjq41 says:

You are my winner!
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Oh Jude this is incredible
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

*hb19 says:

I agree with Trish....the details on those wings are something else.......but the vibrant red is fabulous & that bee knows just where to go....

wonderful capture.....enjoy your week Jude...

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musicman67 says:

I think this masterpiece is Vivid.
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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

janoid says:

Sweet Judith....
This is just awe-inspiring....
You have captured this royal beauty on her(?) velvet red carpet....
Fantastic, sweetie.....
I miss you more than I can say.....though spending those magic days together was a gift I'll savor with sweet memories until we can meet again.... xo

I had an adventure getting home..... even more than I already knew I'd have... :) I'll call you....

my computer--my lifeline--is on it's last legs.... it repeatedly shuts off after just a few minutes.... :(

love you, my magical friend....
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

CeeCeeDotCa says:

oh just wonderful! The buzzing , the colors, the textures!
Gotta love Spring.....wonderful in every way!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

samatt says:

wonderful.great colors. love bees.
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

silviaON says:

wonderful details and macro !
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

freemysoul says:

Beauty beyond words!!!!

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Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

borealnz says:

Wow!! This is so wonderful Jude!! I admire people who can manage to take photos of insects!!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

♥ B i b b i ♥ back when I'm feeling better says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Red for the People of Burma, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

julies517 says:

gee, judith i don't think you're quite close enough lol!
just amazing...just got back i will call!
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

cattycamehome says:

Whoooargh that rich red resting place is just divine!

Hope all is well with you my love and you had a great escape to the cape xxxx
Posted 15 months ago. ( permalink )

Schooled_in _rock says:

I always enjoy your work, this one included. Have a great week!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

yahcatphotos says:

Very nice nature macro and closeup. Tremendous detail.

You are INVITED to post it in...

The Nature Group
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

jeanne c says:

Awesome!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

gdraskoy says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Crystal Award-- Invited Photos Only, and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Definitely a winner!!!
You deserve another one.
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Neil Phillips says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called The David Attenborough group, and we'd love to have this added to the group!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

GooseGoddessS says:

I like this little fuzzball on that rich, red background!
Beautiful detail on those wings!!
Very nicely done, Judith!
Hugs! :)
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lonniec61 says:

love those wings!! nailed this one!!!
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MamaLola* says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called In Fine Style (Invite only), and we'd love to have this added to the group!

Wow love the detail! Superb macro!

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ryyta says:

Hola, soy el administrador de un grupo llamado Top 20 Flowers AND Bugs y nos encantaría agregar esto al grupo.
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

dorischen2007 says:

wonderful!
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ms.lume says:

the red carpet rolls
winged emissary most royal
landing in style...

Gorgeous beyond words Dearest Jude!!!
This is Perfection, rarely are red and black sooo Balanced!
and your detail both shimmers and simmers, Fabulous!!!
xoxoxo!!!

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Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

_ØяAcLә_ says:

Marvelous macro my friend :))_________
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Pierre Éthier says:

Superbe capture ! 7777777 !!!!!!!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

Fort Photo says:

Awesome catch my friend, such a nice red!

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Luis Eduardo _ says:

que buen clima
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elvy says:

I adore all the red! I feel like I can reach out and touch the bee. Awesome shot!
Posted 14 months ago. ( permalink )

bleuet / Anne-Marie back in 2 weeks :-) says:

This one is simply incredible my friend :-)

I've faved and tagged this one "QUALITY" and am hoping you will join and post it to:
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wvceli says:

Hi, I'm an admin for a group called Quoted (photos that illustrate quotations), and we'd love to have this added to the group, please!

The richness of the textures, details, and colors is stunning!
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This is an exceptional photo. I hope you will consider it an honor to place your photo in our “invitation only” gallery. Please add it to <a www.flickr.com/groups/724284@N25/pool//, Feel free to tag your photo Gallery Of Fine Photography.

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suesue2 says:

love how transparent the wings are ... too cool !!
Posted 13 months ago. ( permalink )

embodysoul says:

perfect macro and colours!
Your photos are stunning - I'm so deeply impressed!

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