How to Photograph Ants in the Studio | Macro Photography 🐜🐜🐜

[@TraceyBlackmore-k6y]

You are my favorite macro photographer on youtube!

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you so much!

[@malcolmrendle6622]

I really enjoy your videos being a mere beginner having mainly used 1:1 I am moving upto 2:1 macro, I struggle being less supple that older age brings and not having the best eyesight, but take heart watching your down to earth approach I am amazed that you make 5X mag photography look so easy! and love the way you don't talk down to us like some on here tend to

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you, I do try my best :)

[@PaulIddoninPreston]

Just re-watched this one as it has the crafty bell on the lens - I'm surprised (in a good way) how good it looks on the honey drop...

[@bradrobertsonimagery9964]

As usual top notch video mate. I always enjoy how you present them. Detailed, clear and easy to follow. Thanks from all the little creatures that you photograph for your caring nature. I’ve seen a bit of flack getting around on social media regarding the harming of insects just to get the perfect shot and likes etc. I’m 100% with you on that subject. Never really thought of photographing ants. Gonna give it a whirl. 👍

[@StewartWoodArt]

Give it a go, it's great fun. I'm all for not harming the subject when photographing them, no need to be honest.

[@leahp1231]

your work is so good you deserve a verified account. I love your accent its so soothing. Great work....

[@martinbowerman7815]

You can get books of different backgrounds in the range if u interested

[@Manuelordorica880]

The biggest like yet, for releasing the ant with a honeyfull stomach. Love your patience with the little critters.

[@StewartWoodArt]

Oh she was very happy :)

[@craftybells4045]

Another great video Stewart. Shared to Photography Accessories by Crafty Bells Facebook page.

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thanks for sharing!

[@victormultanen1981]

thank you for great tutorial and thank you for teaching us to treat correctly your models.

[@JaniceSullivan]

Thank you so much for your tips here! I love working indoors and you've inspired me to bring in my outdoor ants :)

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you, ants are fun to work with :)

[@markattardo]

That was great info. Thanks for the bloopers too👍

[@debrupsarkar8026]

big fan of your macro photography. You really inspire a lot. Thank you for all of your efforts.

[@StewartWoodArt]

My pleasure!

[@shoaibkhan5341]

Love watching your videos

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you 😊

[@southwestscenes1]

Fantastic Stewart

[@StewartWoodArt]

Many thanks

[@holyone160]

Amazing video Stewart! I tried this and had amazing results.

[@mrwates]

Excellent :) & loving the "lower thirds"

[@StewartWoodArt]

Glad you like it!

[@charliedickson9263]

Great video, I have tried something similar. I put out an orange segment outside o a wooden hand rail and broke it up leaving a trail 5 or 6 hours later I return and found about 10 ants going around and capture a few shot. Great work

[@johnkantar3082]

its on the agenda for tomorrow thanks Stewart

[@matthiasdietrich7761]

Great video, I like your ideas for macro photography, very inspiring. Love the respect you have for those tiny, Little insects (although this should be a matter of course)

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you 😊

[@ianw73iw]

Good one today, I’ll need to go outside as ants are not allowed in the house. At Stratford upon Avon butterfly farm there a few leaf cutter ants. Enjoyable to watch and to photograph.

[@StewartWoodArt]

I've seen them, I'm looking at getting my own leaf cutter ant colony :)

[@richardlewis9868]

great vid, excellent idea to use honey/syrup

[@StewartWoodArt]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Pantounno]

Great video, very clear your explanation Stewart Saludos desde Argentina!! your macro photography is amazing

[@StewartWoodArt]

Many thanks!

[@brianthomas6500]

Little tip. Dont hold your breath, it makes you tense up. A tip I learnt from a wildlife photographer using large lenses. Try and take the shot when you are 2/3 to 3/4 breathed out. I know when you use a flash its not quite the same but the basics are similar. Hope this helps, keep up the good work.

[@StewartWoodArt]

I'll give it a go, thank you :)

[@barrieanthony952]

I may have to try this, now I know how to stop things running off

[@johnesposito5555]

Cool video. Can't wait to give it a try

[@LeeHallphotography]

Mate perfection 👌 And love your bottom thirds 👌👌

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thanks mate, too a while to edit them for 4k lol

[@LeeHallphotography]

@@StewartWoodArt well worth every minute of your time up up up you go 👌👌👌

[@barrycopeland123]

Hi Stewert , Loved the Video and iI can't wait to have a go at It. Also I have been on the Sight Looking at the T-Shirts , I liked them but unfortunately I can Only Wear the Polo Type ( Buttoned Neck ) this Is Because of an Health Issue. Do you think you would be Doing any T-Shirts using them at any time . Thanks Barry

[@petervanorsouw2858]

I always keep my backgrounds in the background ! Please keep the bloopers, I think we do need to have a laugh every now and then. I wonder who is launching at me when I'm laughing at you ? 📸

[@StewartWoodArt]

Will do!!

[@seanmarah6886]

Hi Stewart I'm new to macro and I loved the video. I bought a sigma 105 macro but probably need to buy a flash so do you have any suggestions that won't break the bank and would I need TTL or just a manual one. Thanks Sean

[@welshman2081]

Hi Stewart Great video, besides an ant most insects like honey etc, I will have a go at this next year. Thank you welshman 2081

[@ambernerdy557]

Nice results. Will try it by myself someday

[@StewartWoodArt]

Give it ago, it's fun :)

[@cvetystancheva5479]

Amazing video!

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you

[@emmagiles1688]

Haha the ending of this made me laugh. Awesome picture of him.

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you.

[@emmagiles1688]

Stewart Wood your welcome. Love your back grounds going to have a look.

[@anotherperspective3076]

Pretty cool shots, I have to try that:)

[@StewartWoodArt]

Go for it!

[@marcosver5497]

O canal 35mm(Brazilian - Ronaldo) me indicou! Indication of canal 35mm Brazilian

[@angelathomas2117]

Loved the video still have to try the jumping spiders :-)

[@StewartWoodArt]

You should, it's great fun :)

[@paulaeyre1091]

Thanks Steward for the tips, enjoyed your video. Can I ask what specimen bottles you use?

[@linkedinfred]

Very insightful video. Thanks. As a newbee to this kind of photography are you using AF or manual ?

[@erikchristensen1010]

would you be so kind to show a link, where one can get the mini tripod and the head you are using / I have tried for a couple of month but in vain

[@amonraa71]

The video is very good. Greetings from Hungary.

[@atahassanzadeh4878]

Love it😍😍🙏🙏

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you.

[@pearcemachineshop5200]

Hi Stuart I’ve a 90d and bought a Laowa 100mm lens, getting into macro you might say, what flash would you go for for this set up, some advice would be really handy, I know the one you use is that still the way to go or would you go for something different. Regards Alan.

[@StewartWoodArt]

I would take a look at the Meike MK-MT24 Macro Twin Lite Flash, I'm looking to get one when my current flash fails.

[@pearcemachineshop5200]

Thanks bud I'll have a look, think I've seen it but thought a bit pricey, can't remember. Thanks Al.

[@tonystephens7779]

Loved this. Sub titles not required "Yet" 🤣

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thanks Tony :)

[@Zx30]

Great Video sir! I'm hoping I can get as comfy as you in front of the camera; I'm trying to make a Macro KZbin Channel as well! (only have one video so far) Keep up the good work =]

[@StewartWoodArt]

I'll take a look 😉

[@Zx30]

@@StewartWoodArt Too kind sir! And if you have any feedback or suggestions on the channel or how to grow, I'd love to hear it. Thank you =]

[@acefour1523]

I have a question off topic from this video. Does using a 1:1 lens on a APS-C sensor change the 1:1 magnification then using on a full frame?

[@StewartWoodArt]

watch this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6atqJmeaa5siM0

[@vegandgravp]

Love this! What lens did you use? Was the magnification a separate extension or part of your lens?

[@StewartWoodArt]

I used the Canon MP-E 65mm 1x - 5x times macro lens.

[@kristijanignjatovski4415]

Hi, just quick question, what do you think about eos rp fir macro? Ty

[@StewartWoodArt]

Seems a good camera but not used on myself. A great little entry-level full frame camera :)

[@canadianmohawk]

Learn depth of field please!

[@StewartWoodArt]

Do you mean you want me to do a video about depth of field?

[@newton6664272]

Hi Stewart. I have a very controversial question 🤔. What do you think about killing insects for high mag photos or stacking? Thanks a lot.

[@kiritengineer7506]

So good

[@rudreshsampath7687]

Hello Stewart!

[@StewartWoodArt]

Hello there!

[@davidford3505]

Great video and very helpful, thanks. One question, did the ant start his own channel after his 5 mins of fame?

[@xavidub]

There's another Macro photographer on here, who while excellent, thinks nothing of gathering and gassing 100 insects on the off chance that he might find one to photograph. Even though he's very accomplished I think its disgusting tbh and to my mind you are a far better photographer for working within the limitations of not harming the animal.

[@StewartWoodArt]

Thank you, I don't see the point in harming the subject just to get an image. I'm not working for a scientific study for university.

[@christinehommet1638]

Hello Stewart bonjour

[@StewartWoodArt]

Hi :)

[@dhanraj1992]

Dear, Can I have your email? I am looking for an inspiration to adapt a macro photography for one of my engineering projects. I have some questions if you don't mind answering them

[@MrMidiman33]

i have one problem.... i dont understand only 50% of ypour talk! Nice Video

[@StewartWoodArt]

Guess I'll have to improve my speach :)

[@johnlocke7097]

@@StewartWoodArt Don't you dare it is one of the reasons I am subed to you and Lee it reminds me of home.

[@mimiteas]

@@StewartWoodArt I understand you perfectly even though English is not my mother tongue and I watch at 2x speed... I don't own a camera, but I love insects and I really enjoy macro photography. Thank you for the quality content. 😎