Simon, this is simply stunning! The detail and clarity of this image are phenomenal. You consistently upload first class images. Thanks for sharing your talent!

This is great Simon... very clear macro shot, the colour and detail is amazing.. well done..
.............. Jacqueline

This must be what the bee always sees. No wonder they thrive. Wow!

Very brilliant detail Simon! You have also managed to catch very deep depth of field for this macro shot. Is this from a Canon compact? Great shot:-)

This shot is amazingly clean and crisp. Well done.

Agree with you Simon. Such a great clarity in this. Congrats.

I have never seen the 'insides' of a Stargazer Lily this close Simon. I agree with BJ..now wonder bees like flowers! High color, quality & clarity. Thank you :))

Sensational shot!

Steb

Big, beautiful, and in your face! Magnificent shot, Si.

Amazing shot and colors.GreatSimon.

Thank you for such kind comments :-) It was taken with a Minolta Dimage Z1, using flash and stopping down to f8 to increase the depth of field, Darryl. Thanks for your intertest.

Very nice. The colors are brilliant and the whites are white. That indicates to me that you definitely know how to use your white balance correctly. (You would not believe how many people don't even know there is such a thing.)
I like the fact the center of the flower is not dead center, good composition.
Over my lifetime I've been very lucky to take workshops from some of the best photographers in the US and one theme that has been a truism in ALL of the workshops is to avoid what most call "Wobbles". That is where one of the main elements of the image just barely touches the edge of the frame. It is better to either give it room to breath or make a very definite chunk out of it.
That is the only criticism I have of this image (and it's a small one). The bottom “Stamen” (the “Anther” part) actually touches the edge of the frame.
By allowing that to happen it gives the eye a way out of the image. I like to give potential "wobbles” room to breathe. Therefore it does not give the eye anywhere to go but into the image.
That's only my opinion and you know what they say about opinions.
This image is still a - 10 and in my favorites.

Thank you for your comments and your criticism, Michael - I appreciate both of them very much :-)

Beautiful macro shot Simon, I like the center detail in this. Another nice image to your gallery. High marks! Thanks for sharing this with us.

The photo is amazing. The black background really brings out the fantastic color of the lily. Cheers to you!

This is AMAZING! Sooo clear, i can't believe it :p Gorgeous!