Big crop works for me. I like bug images, I can get nice and close without any negative repercussions. Fantastic detail.

I'm glad she did not move the pillow, it makes the portrait even more special.

My kryptonite. Wonderful light and detail. Clean. Nice work.

Test of wills. Nice shot!

Nice collection of elements. The shapes and forms really come together with the light and shade. Solid.

A very artistic macro, they really do look evil when viewed up close like this.

Hehe. Talk about living dangerously - several options "spring" to mind. I admire your discipline in just making the picture

Looks like a nasty wasp but I make that observation in ignorance of your insect life. The documenter in me wants the highlights tamed a bit, but I can also enjoy this from the artistic perspective

So full of life!

Yellow & blue, and some good greens too.