Sunday, August 15, 2010
















Our weather has been so hot and humid. The other week, we had a swarm of dragonflies going nuts around here! Just tons! Today, as we worked outside, it was finally comfortable enough to get outside for a bit, the dragonflies were flying around us like crazy! They are stunningly beautiful really! I have never seen them this close.....but today, they landed on my Rose of Sharon bushes and I was able to get some pictures! There are 3 on one shot , you can click on the pictures to see them bigger! The wings are just amazing aren't they, and look at the little fuzzies on their undside! WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!

9 comments:

Evidence of an Artistic Life said...

We have a lot around here-great photos!!! There are really interesting creatures!!

Alexandra said...

Wow Patti the little dragonflies are beautiful. Your pictures are stunning! Have a nice week my friend. Hugs Alexandra

debbiek said...

Oh Patti, these photos are awesome! Aren't those dragonflies something? Hate to see our summer leaving us, even if the heat isn't my cup of tea:( Have a great week....

Love,
DebbieK

Martha Lever said...

You got some great pictures of the dragon flies. I have only seen a swarm of them one time in my life and it was when I was about 12 and remember it clearly! They were swarming all around but I haven't seen this since. I hope they didn't eat your roses!

Barb said...

OMG Patti, your photos are amazing!
I can't get over how "fine" the webbing is in their wings!
Thanks for sharing. Ü
xox
Barb

Patti Sandham said...

Wow! Cool shots. It must be amazing seeing them in person so close. Lucky you.

Sugar Lump Studios said...

I actually thought this was a piece of artwork at first...then realized it was a dragonfly...gorgeous shot and amazing insect! thank you for sharing it! Happy Wednesday to you! :)

Lise Steenerson said...

That is a huge dragonfly. Excellent close ups!!!

lizzie said...

the dragonfly photos are fantastic. great photographic work.