I took the plunge for a lens...(+3)

[BASmith]

A Salute to all you macro Maniacs. For a long time I have admired work from the likes of V and a few others.

At long last I purchased a decent lens to play with. Well, till I want to get closer.

Looks like I got a decent copy.

;)

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m139/gerbalhunter/Insects/Fly3.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m139/gerbalhunter/Insects/Fly2-1.jpg

http://i103.photobucket.com/albums/m139/gerbalhunter/Insects/Fly1.jpg

[Bald Eagle]

I would agree. Excellent first images. looking forward to seeing more.

[b.d.bop]

Well these look far from beginner's shots, so you're off to a great start! :)

I see in the EXIF it's a 60mm lens. Which one is that?

[BASmith]

Canon Macro 60mm f/2.8. And no, I'm no beginner.

[b.d.bop]

Canon Macro 60mm f/2.8. And no, I'm no beginner.
Ahh. Didn't think so! Only the lens is new, then. Beautiful work.

[LordV]

Excellent start- took me about 6 months to get decent fly eye detail :)
Brian V.