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the Barrel Cactus
Lens: 50mm f/2.8mm macro Camera: Kx Photo Location: Desert Hot Springs, CA ISO: 100 Shutter Speed: 1/200s Aperture: F4.5 
Posted By: Bob Harris, 02-23-2012, 11:52 PM

Taking an up close view of spines and spikes.

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02-24-2012, 12:10 AM   #2
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You've spiked my interest in this shot. Well done.
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Bob, it is too early in the morning for a topic this prickly. Wait until I have my second cup of coffee.
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nice shot!

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Nice shot Bob.Succinct and to the point.--charliezap
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Nice macro Bob!
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Oh yeah. Keep your hands in your pockets

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Ouch all the good puns have been taken ! An excellent close up.
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You've spiked my interest in this shot. Well done.
thanks EM, not quite the same type of beauty as a rose, but this cactus knows how to protect itself.
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Nice one Bob!! Great detail, great color...that K-x and operator are doing a fine job!
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Bob, it is too early in the morning for a topic this prickly. Wait until I have my second cup of coffee.
Susan, I would imagine you saw quite a few of these on your s/w trip.
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nice shot!
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Nice shot Bob.Succinct and to the point.--charliezap
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Nice macro Bob!
I was really happy the way this one turned out, hand held in the wind is a bit tricky for me. Thanks Burnie, Charlie and Larry for taking a look here. Bob
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You got that right Den, thanks Bob
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Ouch all the good puns have been taken ! An excellent close up.
You're sharp as a tack Dave, thanks Bob
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Nice one Bob!! Great detail, great color...that K-x and operator are doing a fine job!
Thank you Tom, this is my main macro setup and I have really been happy with the outcome. I appreciate the kind words here buddy. Bob
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