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Helmut Mueller: I remember Mike well & was amazed at his macros. I am glad to see that he is memorialized. March 2, 2008 7:52AM napomo: Almost 4 years, but still in the hearts of those who you touched so deeply with your pictures and your loving heart for all creatures. Thank you so much, Mike. peace! napomo January 1, 2008 2:40PM Suzanne: Miss you, Mike. Just yesterday I was talking to someone about how to use a magnifying glass with your camera. Then, that same day, I walked outside and found those pipevine seeds you gave me 7 years ago had at some point sprouted and grown. There are pipevine blossoms and butterflies all over my fence now! April 26, 2007 5:14AM Danny: Time flies and its 3 years, not 2. See you there Mike ;-) February 5, 2007 12:50PM Danny: 2 years go by and look what we have to remember you by my friend. Miss you and yet smile every time I think of you and macro. Go in peace M8t. Danny. February 5, 2007 12:47PM ZTRAVLR: I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF MIKES PASSING, I JUST FOUND HIS PAGE FROM MAVICAN. AND HIS EYE FOR THE CLOUD SHOTS IS AMAZING. I LOVE TAKING CLOUD SHOTS AS HE DID, THEY ARE DIFFERNET EVERYDAY. I AM GLAD PT KEPT HIS SITE UP. THANKS JIM July 12, 2006 6:02PM Elsie: I LOVE YOUR REAL LIFE PICTURES I REALLY ENJOYED THEM... I WOULD LOVE TO TAKE PICTURE LIKE YOU IN THE NEAR FUTURE. THANKS FOR A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE... ~ELSIE~ June 1, 2006 8:35AM Bill D.: I have a great website with great photos of insects. Check it out at http://home.cfl.rr.com/billd2000 February 1, 2006 10:38AM Danny Young: Still looking up, still taking macro, still missing you my friend. When I see a bee, an ant, a butterfly or a flower, you are never far away. Go in peace Mike, go in peace ;-) Danny. January 8, 2006 8:55PM Leon Karl Strongman: Firstly, I am saddend to hear of Mike's passing, he is a unbelievable inspiration, I will model my work on his. I am a 42 photographer just starting out and I found this site on the net. Macro is my choice and am very glad to be able to view the wonderful work Mike has done. Thanks a lot Kind regards Leon Karl Strongman. January 3, 2006 2:40AM pff: great January 2, 2006 7:06AM : Great work Sherri October 28, 2005 6:37PM Cindy Janiga: Outstanding! October 24, 2005 11:05AM Emily: Wow, these pictures are beautiful. Wonderful capture. I wish i could take photographs like you. Well done :) Emily ^._.^ July 28, 2005 10:32AM Pat: Hi Mike, Your photos are more than fantastic, your work is more than excellent. I just love the bees, but then I have always thought they are beautiful to look at. To even see the pollen on its head is just so awesome. I have no idea what you have done to the camera, even though I tried twice to understand it, but regardless your work was worth looking at and I think you should send all your pictures to National Georgraphic and other nature magazines. Thanks so much for taking these amazing pictures, most of all for sharing them. Pat July 23, 2005 7:19PM Mary Claypool: I am so sorry to read of Mike's passing. He was a great photographer. My sympathy to his family. May 12, 2005 10:57PM : Mike is going to be missed by all of us. Always wanting and willing to help anyone..A true friend that will always be missed by me... "I hope you'll understand, although these words are few, our sympathy's sincere, and our prayers are all with you. Your loss is shared by many who knew your loved one well, so we hold you in our thoughts much more than words can tell. Linda Gail February 21, 2005 12:36PM Darlene Martin: I visited Mike's site today...and was so sad to hear of his passing...I came to Picturetrail five years ago and his awesome albums were the first ones I visited....and I've been hooked ever since...he has inspired us all to acknowledge the beauty around each and every one of us...and given us the know how... on how to capture that beauty in our own way through photography. I've always been in awe of his gifted creations...and I know he will be sadly missed by all who have crossed paths with him. Because of him I have met many very special people in Picturetrail who have become close and dear friends...and we continue to share our love of photography and our life. Thank you Mike!!...you will always be a true inspiration to the world we live in....if all were like you...our earth would be a much peaceful world to live in!...people like you give us all the hope to believe and appreciate Gods beauty....my heart goes out to his family and friends....this site is a true legacy of his work...and a man who loved the world around him....thank you Mike....I will always remember your kindness.....Gramakodak February 20, 2005 3:55PM peter: I was told of your work and the sadness of your passing.I just want to leave a comment on the beauty of your work. It is truly remarkable. A friend told me you were her inspiration! January 15, 2005 6:52AM napomo: Mike, thinking lots of you these days.Every little bug, every flower and every waterdrop I see through my lense is like a peacefully greeting smile of you. Thank you! Peace.... napomo January 12, 2005 5:03AM Danny Young: Almost a year my friend. I often think of you when I shoot macro. You will never be too far away from my thoughts. We lost a good one when we lost you mate. Go in peace my macro brother, go in peace. Danny. January 9, 2005 1:46AM Sas: Hi, I am Sas from the Netherlands, i have been looking at your pictures with my mouth wide open. They are really beautifull. I've put your page at my favourits, I will be back many times to gaze at your pictures. I wish you all the best in your life sas November 23, 2004 3:33PM Viviane: I have been visiting often... I think it is only appropriate to sign it now, just as a Thank You for all the nice pictures Mike left for us to enjoy! November 23, 2004 2:59PM Randy Emmitt: Thanks for keeping up this wonderful site with some awesome and inspiring images by Mike Ash. I'm sure he's missed by most of us photographers and photo devotees. Wish I'd had the oportunity to meet him before his passing..... Hoping for peace on Earth, Randy Emmitt www.rlephoto.com November 18, 2004 3:17PM Mediterana: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! A WONDERFUL WORLD! THANKS FOR ALL YOUR IMAGES! November 11, 2004 2:17PM John.: What can be said about such wonderful photography-A joy and pleasure to see. John. picturetrail.com/banker2 October 27, 2004 8:40AM selnuit: Great inspiration. Those picture are the soul of a great man. October 19, 2004 7:01AM napomo: I can't thank you enough for the inspiration you and your pictures are to me! Where ever you are now, be in peace Mike. You are missed! napomo October 18, 2004 4:31AM Ray of Philippines: I personally say.. that all photos are TERRIFIC!! Nature is really amazing.. September 8, 2004 11:07PM rex: the best Bee images i have seen..very nice the colors are fantastic! July 27, 2004 8:01AM Rachell: Great site! Very helpful!! Do you still use the same set up??? Thank you?? I want to try this... July 4, 2004 2:54PM COLLEEN: I just viewed your gallery. Lovely macros and then I saw the Lowry Park Zoo note. Hello neighbor. CB July 3, 2004 4:56PM Vicki: I really the photos of your dew drops and you flower shots. Very nicely done. Vicki http://www.geocities.com/vmclead/VLM_Images.html June 21, 2004 6:40PM j: nice pictrail http://www.picturetrail.com/babyhottie plz sign the gb! May 16, 2004 7:42PM melanie: May 2, 2004 7:36AM John Parker: Mike! It's been a while, hope all is well for you! Would like to hear from you. May 1, 2004 11:16AM Steve McG: Really, REALLY nice photography! You do some interesting work with the effects. I like the home made macro lens, and I'll make one myself for my cCanon. Keep up the good work. March 31, 2004 11:38AM Bibi: Hello, her a message from Holland. We like your styl. U can make nice pics. The animals are beautiful, ur compliments.! I hope u have some time to see me site. www.mymodels.net/bibi en i like it to a message back.! Big Kis.. Bibi From Holland.! Go on..!! March 20, 2004 2:13AM Albert Ash: This is certainly the most beautiful and inspiring memorial that anyone has ever dreamed of. Thanks a million from the proud parents of Mike Ash. Go in peace. February 17, 2004 12:57PM George Dangerfield: Mike was a very talented photographer, I knew his work through his submissions at PhotoBlink, I am deeply saddened to hear of his death. February 14, 2004 3:15PM Cheryl Brown: I learned today of Mike's death. I was fortunate to have met him and be able to spend some time with him. I will miss him very much. I am so sorry for his family's loss. He will be forever in my heart. February 13, 2004 2:43PM David Stevens: I learned of Mike's death today while waiting to enter the Lowry Park Zoo. So many times I had enjoyed Mike's images and appreciated his kind words about my work. The world is indeed a darker place without him but his impact through his lens will live on through all of us he touched. My prayers go out to Mike's family and as the friend I never met would always say "Go in peace." February 8, 2004 4:52PM Margreth Noordermeer: By the way, I'm from the Netherlands. http://www.PictureTrail.com/margreth1 February 8, 2004 5:15AM Margreth Noordermeer: Beautiful pictures!!!! Loved the marco pictures!! You must have a lot of patience to make pictures like that. February 8, 2004 5:13AM Darcy: Uncle Mike, Happy birthday today 2/04/04. I miss you so very much. I will never look at another flower again without thinking of you and your amazing talent in photography. You know how much I love your pictures and you will live on forever through them. Love, Darcy February 4, 2004 11:00AM Fah: Your photos are amazing, i could look at them all day long... excellent job!! February 2, 2004 7:58AM cristina: Mike, Thank you for six years of friendship through Internet, when you taught me about photography and about God's love. You surely changed my life and you will live in my heart forever. I will miss you very much! Cristina, Brazil January 26, 2004 11:19AM Paula Minor (raven880): Mike, you will live forever in your unique views expressed thru your lens. All your photo friends will miss you. Peace. January 24, 2004 10:54PM Joan Soles: I am so sorry to hear about Mike's untimely death. He always had a kind word to say about other's pictures, and he was a fabulous photographer. He will be greatly missed. January 22, 2004 9:03AM Ken: MIke....what a wonderful talent.....thanks for sharing it with us. you left us way too soon ..We each were blessed in our lives for having known you. we were blessed with the time you were with us,.God Bless you...we will miss you.......Ken January 22, 2004 6:14AM Ken: MIke....what a wonderful talent.....thanks for sharing it with us.....we will miss you....Ken January 22, 2004 6:10AM mamapo: Mike's peacefulness and talent will be missed by so many. His photo creations are amazing and will continue to remind us of the love he had for the beauty to be seen in nature, and yet is overlooked by so many. My prayers go out to his family and many friends. January 17, 2004 8:16PM Danny: The loss is our loss my friend. The unique views you shared will remain M8t, always. You are so very special, your talent and views on life have changed many for the better. See you there. Go in peace, my friend, go in peace. Danny. January 16, 2004 7:08PM Eduardo: Mike Ash, thanks for all your messages, thanks for all your wonderfully well taken pictures of a near yet unknown world of the tiny creatures all around us, thanks for showing us how to get among them with your own unique way, one of the most enthusuastic persons I've ever met on what concerns macro photography and not less talented than the best! Now that you're away from us we at insect-pix, butterfly-pix and fauna-pix are gonna miss you, for all you made when among us. So long. Eduardo M. Portugal January 15, 2004 6:50PM Tina Looney: The words of sympathy will never fill the emptiness of your loss. Yet you have such a wonderful gift which will forever remain, the beauty of this world through Mike's eyes. As I gaze at his pictures, I am reminded of the wonderful things that surround us everyday that we overlook or ignore. I will always remember Mike as the angel with a camera. My God heal your broken hearts! Tina Looney Friendswood, Texas January 15, 2004 4:28PM Aunt charlene , Tony: thank you . we are goiing to miss you January 15, 2004 1:40PM Lee& Gaye Horn: It was a priviledge and honor to see and share in your joy through your lens.There are beautiful reminders of your gentle soul and spirit for all to remember. Our Condolences to your family over this incredible loss. "Go In Peace" January 15, 2004 11:18AM Victor Yue: We have been lucky to get to know you through the butterfly-pix list and learn much from you about butterflies and photography. We will miss you. My condolence to the Ash Family. Victor Yue, Singapore. January 15, 2004 7:10AM A Lucky Acquaintance: Although you and I met by chance and yet spoke for quite some time, we share the same love of photography and the magic of nature. To the family, friends and all others that were lucky enough to know you, you have left a special light in our lives. Good luck on your journey and may those of us left behind remember the smiles you left when you touched us. January 15, 2004 3:06AM Barbara Ribling: Mike - thanks you for sharing your wonderful photos and wealth of information! I loved all of your photos at MIE and found your comments and advice so helpful. My heartfelt condolences to your friends and family. January 15, 2004 1:01AM Lee Beasley: He touched so many lives with his love of the world around him. No one who has been privileged enough to see his art will ever forget him. (I have to confess I'm still not overly friendly with wasps and bees, though...) January 14, 2004 5:08PM Will: I will always carry a piece of you around Mike. My prayers go out to you and your family. January 14, 2004 4:52PM tothy: Feel sorry for your family's loss. Mike was a talented photographer and a true gentleman, Sincere condolences.. Steve. January 14, 2004 4:46PM Suzanne: I got started in macro photography because of Mike. He will be so missed! January 14, 2004 12:43PM Rusty: I am so sad to here about this. I only knew him from MIE and I marveled each time I saw one of his incredibly facinating macros. Yes Mike..... Go in peace........ January 14, 2004 11:22AM Greg Wise: We will miss Mike and his marvelous talent that he so wonderfully shared with so many. Our condolences to his family. He will be missed by many and thought of often. God rest his soul. January 14, 2004 10:49AM Derrick Marven: My deepest sympathies to the Ash family, Mike will be terribly missed by all his fellow butterfly lovers and photographers at Butterfly-Pix. He inspired us all with his unconventional but incredible macro photo's. Thanks for letting us into your world for such a short period of time. Derrick Marven Vancouver Island Canada January 13, 2004 10:44PM Matt V.: I never knew... that Bees had tongues, that dewdrops made such great photographic subjects, or that one could grow a pineapple in a FL. backyard. I never knew... how to make a homemade macro lens, why Paper Wasps were good to have around, nor considered Clouds as a subject for my camera. I DO NOW! Thank you Mike... Your legacy has, and will continue to inspire. January 13, 2004 7:59PM : My heartfelt condolences to Mike's family and friends in your time of loss. Mike's photography is an inspiration,a reflection of a man at one with nature. Go in Peace Mike. Carol Horner, Toronto, Canada January 13, 2004 6:41PM Cathy Clark: Mike - you will be sorely missed. Your artistic skills and love of nature is evident in each and every one of your photos. I pray that you have found peace in the hands of your Maker and live in a butterfly garden beyond the imagination. Love, Cathy January 13, 2004 6:08PM Sharon: Mike inspired us to see the beauty all around us. His exceptional macro shots and digital artistry surely came straight from the heart of a man who possessed enough inner peace to charm hornets into calmly sitting on his finger for a photo. He will be missed, but the inspiration he has provided will last forever. I pray for comfort for his family. Sharon Brown, South Carolina January 13, 2004 5:41PM Lesley: Although our encounter was brief, you brought the beauty of your soul to life through your photographs. You will be greatly missed. Go in Peace, Mike. January 13, 2004 5:37PM Tim Adams: I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of Mike. My thoughts and prayers are with Mike's kids and family members. Mike, you were a great inspiration to photographers all over the world. Your macro shots were the best I have ever seen!!! I will always remember your ability to work with and photograph bee's without any worry of being stung. I will miss your beautiful photo's and cherish the one's that you have posted over the years. We lived so close together, yet I never got to meet you. I wish we could have gotten together sometime so I could watch a master photographer at work! I'm praying for you! Take care, Tim Adams, Florida January 13, 2004 4:36PM John Burns: The world is a little darker today. God bless. January 13, 2004 4:03PM Dona Hilkey: Mike, you gave many of us less talented photographers a very special look into the beautiful world of tiny insects. We'll miss you. Dona Colorado January 13, 2004 9:27AM Mary from Alaska: I've been viewing Mike's beautiful pictures and see a very special soul in them. I won't look at butterflies quite the same way again. I'll think about a guy I never even met. January 12, 2004 10:53PM TimD: :o( Mike's study of the smaller world will be missed. January 12, 2004 10:01PM Cindy: I am so very saddened to hear of Mike's death. If anyone from his family reads these words, please know that he touched many people with not only his wonderful photography, but with his genuine kindness. I am so very sorry for your loss and will hold his friends and family in thought and in prayer. Sincerely, Cindy Mead January 12, 2004 9:46PM wunk (malaysia): Thanks for your info how to made macro lens.I also like to see all the pictures in your album.I see a great shot from you.Nice pictures.Hope you like to visit my website too, www.picturetrail.com/wunk.Lets see how bad the pictures taken by underdog.For BUILDINGS & FLOWERS album,the password is KLCC. Thanks... Sincerely, Wunk December 20, 2003 11:01PM Roger Mireles: Dear Mr. Ash he quedado prendado de tus fotos macro, y la forma en que lo has hecho. keep in good work. a friend from Mexico. Roger. December 16, 2003 1:45PM Jim Streeter: Hello Again Mike. Thanks for your helpful reply. I plan to talk to OPT tomorrow as they seem to have just what I need. I know astrophotography takes patience but I have lots of time. Cold nights here now. You have made another friend--I hope to get something out of my scope now. Best wishes! Jim Streeter December 14, 2003 6:50PM James Streeter: Hello Mike: Enjoyed your great moon shot. Could you be a little more specific as to how you did it (camera brand,eyepiece size of scope)? I have a Meade ETX, 1.25" eyepiece and FD-87 and FD-97 Sonys. Suppose this combination would work? I live in Bethany, OK and always look forward to anything with your name on it. Jim Streeter December 14, 2003 11:56AM Christine in BC: Your album is amazing. Thanks so much for sharing. :o) I'll also be trying the homemade macro lens. October 28, 2003 9:59PM Deb - Calgary AB: Absolutely AMAZING pictures. The colour and clarity in them are beautiful. I can't wait to try out your instructions for the macro lens. I can only hope to be half as good as you. Wow! October 27, 2003 8:36PM John Parker: Hello my old friend, been quite a while! I'm still out here kickin, got my kids but no system yet, hope all is going well with you and yours. Keep in touch! John October 25, 2003 6:38AM Sue Hunt: As a beekeeper myself the pictures of your bees taken with the Macro lense, are absolutely beautiful. May I be able to take some prints please, as I would like to frame them, to put with my collection of bee photos(not as good as yours)in my 'Honey Room'. I understand I need a password, I am a newcomer to this site. Very well done, superb pictures. Sue October 23, 2003 5:22AM Laurie: You take the most AMAZING pictures... thanks so much for sharing them !!!!!! It's like going into another dimension! Laurie October 14, 2003 6:22PM Moira: I love macros...your pictures are beautiful. I found the development of the butterfly mesmerizing and can't wait to send info to my niece who is currently enthralled with caterpillars. Thanks for sharing! October 13, 2003 2:40PM Rob & Michelle Barse: Enjoy all the beautiful pictures! You are truly talented. October 9, 2003 5:36PM Kitty: Hi, I have spent the last few hours on your web site and have been totally enthralled !! There is one picture that I would love to own IE: "Golden Lion" because I have never seen one before. By nature, I am an animal lover and I adore Dogwood Flowers.I have collected these for a number of years in photo albums. I would buy the photograph if I were finanically able to do so, but being sixty years old and unemployed leaves a lot to be desired. ;-) So, I just want to thank you for the privilege of seeing this fantastic animal. I have book marked your site and will be returning. And again, THANK YOU!! Kitty Sandridge September 24, 2003 1:56PM Roxann: terrific photos! Thanks for the macro lens idea! I have the same digital camera you have and love to do macro photography, I'm definately going to try making that lens :^) My Album is LuvMyFurkids2 feel free to check it out. September 22, 2003 12:42PM Bill Wells: Beautiful shots of the zoo animals. I would like to use about five of them to demostrate the CD flip Album on my web page that I just started. Bill dawsontx@direcway.com September 21, 2003 1:42PM Mark: Great photos!!!! I think you're a very great photographer,some shot are amazing!! Like you,i also like to post nature,landscapes photos and macro. In picturetrail members,type markphotos and you'll see all my albums! Sign my guestbook and....good photos! Mark,Italy September 17, 2003 2:02PM ellen: all i can say is......wow. i haven't even made it through all your albums yet, but i am amazed and impressed. beautiful stuff. September 11, 2003 4:33PM msjeanbass: Great Photos. Very Much talant you do have . I like the way you can use the lens and in a different format. is this a zoom lens and or the art to paste the paper around the lens ? I have photos since the last 2 years . at msjeanbass. I have had some one uplaod them for me. Great Photos . Sure to be one of the best website here at picturetrail.com Respefully, msjeanbass To view my Pics note : the new albums are at the bottom of the page of all the albums. RSVP September 5, 2003 5:40AM Amanda: Thanks for sharing that great magnifying glass trick. I use a C-120 and I hope to be able to make a lens like yours to fit that model. I mainly photograph Jewellery (You can see my work here. My username is amandarose1). I'm no expert at photography but I will try your lens technique as I really hope it will improve my jewellery close-ups. July 31, 2003 7:27AM Rararacela: That was so wicked, great pics man! June 2, 2003 6:33PM dazzll: Thank you so much for sharing!! May 23, 2003 7:58PM Daria: My Art Gallery is @ http://hometown.aol.com/worldinart May 4, 2003 8:12PM Daria: Beautiful web site and great photos. I get some inspiration for my new art. Please visit my new ART GALLERY when you have a chance. Thank you. May 4, 2003 8:10PM bianca: hello im from holland but your photos are really beautifull!!!!!!!!! May 3, 2003 7:12AM Johnny Carter: Hi Mike, saw your latest on Mavican and followed your lead on how to make a macro lens over. I have a CD300, and shooting macros is the most exciting part of photography to me (I've been into "bugs" since I was knee high to a grasshopper), but my macros have been kind of hit and miss. I bought a large magnifying glass, but I need to go back and find those smaller ones like you show. Thanx for the great tips, and keep posting those fantastic pictures of yours. April 24, 2003 7:45AM PeteB: Mike, God placed you on this earth to touch the lives of many people... Through your art, your passion for life, and your giving spirit. I feel honored to call you a friend. It's been over 10 years now since I saw your first Amiga Art, and you continue to keep me awestruck. All my best! Pete April 12, 2003 9:22PM gailmurray: Hello Mike, I am back ! and enjoying more than ever your photography. I have a few new butterflies in my album......gailmurray.....I am going to try and make a close up lens using your instructions this year.......Gail February 23, 2003 9:34PM Irene Holoway: Loved your website, especially the butterfly! How great to witness that. February 8, 2003 6:25AM Brooke: I was mesmerized!The dewdrops in particular made you feel like you were submerged in a fantasy world.Along with the music you just feel as though you're part of this magical world.I would love to see these pictures along with the music on a huge surround screen. Brooke B. February 6, 2003 3:30PM Morgan: Found your site in the members profile one month and enjoyed looking around. I've fixed up my own macro lense and am getting GREAT results from it. Thanks so much for sharing how! I've really enjoyed working with it. Thanks! February 5, 2003 7:27PM Ã�ª×: hi Carl - NICE work! I intependantly found a way to fit a 50mm lens for a 35mm EXA camera and got a great microscopic macro - see http://album3596.fotopic.net/show_collection.php?id=11618 Do you have more tricks? I have a telephoto! - Ðª× January 31, 2003 8:10AM Mark Lane: Superb gallery! Your butterfly pictures are especially sharp and colourful. Very, very impressed! December 31, 2002 6:46AM AMIT: AMAZING photos....and by using a homemade macro (splendid description/instructions...I will try this). Thanks for sharing! http://members.cox.net/amit23/AMIT/AMIThome.htm November 6, 2002 8:47PM david mundy: Really neat photographs. Several years ago i bought a set of macro lenses for my camera but i havent used them much. Thanks for inspiring me to get them out and use them again. November 4, 2002 2:25PM Susan: Everything the below spectators have said and more. I have never enjoyed looking at albums as much as I have enjoyed yours. Thanks for the tour! October 30, 2002 6:09PM Barb: Just amazing!!! I want to buy a digital camera and have been having a hard time deciding what to buy. You have shown the world what can be done. If you could buy a camera now would you buy the same one? October 24, 2002 5:05PM Love Reynolds: What a thrill! I went through most of the butterflies, bugs, flowers, family, birds. I will keep this on my computer for another day of beauty during the cold winter months. Thanks October 21, 2002 9:02PM X-inlaw: Still the camera bug,I see! Enjoyed looking at your pictures. Your mom sent me the link. I can still recognize some of the faces at the reunion. October 21, 2002 6:20AM Dot Smelt: Your work is outstanding. Don and I were happy to see you at the reunion(glad I dragged him there). The picture you got of Shawna was great going to have to print it out. With all our best wishes and good luck hope to see you next year. October 16, 2002 3:12AM Anne: Hi, Thank you for showing us your breath-taking pictures!! Very impressive. Very professional! and what a joy to look at!!! I wonder if you could take the time to let me know the name of the extraordinary blue flower in picture #9 of the 35 bee pictures? I've really got to have this if it's at all available. Thanks for your help. And again, thank you for sharing your wonderful pictures. Anne October 15, 2002 1:07PM Maria: Your website is such an inspiration. Fantastic photos and marvelous techniques you have developed. I am an amateur photographer always out to learn more but have had problems with butterflies and only captured one good close up even with my Kodak +7 and +10 diopler lenses. I am going to try your technique, Maria October 14, 2002 8:59AM Ivy: Hi Friend ! I got to tell ya, those are great photos ! I sure do wish I had seen the homemade lens awhile back, I just bought a tiffen macro lens, it cost a tad bit more !! I am going to make one anyway, it sounds really great. I like the fantasy are too, I am trying to learn this, but I am not too artistic. I am new to "The Nature Place", betty invited me after veiwing my photos at web shots. Anyway, great photos ! I really enjoyed them !! Thanks ! Ivy October 2, 2002 5:32PM marysan: amiga7, your photos are extraordinarily good! May I invite you to take a look at www.birdforum.net and encourge you to register there if you like what you see. My user name there is Marysan and my Picturetrail website is www.picturetrail.com/marysan Thanks for sharing your photos. September 27, 2002 3:49PM Tan Edward (Singapore): Hello Mike, Many Thanks for sharing your pictures and the homemade macro lens. What I am going to say about your pictures have been said by all visitors to your site. But allow me to add this, Nature creates beautiful animals but you have very kindly brought forth these incredible pictures which many of us would never have a chance to see and know. For me and my children, it is an educational and inspiring experience. God Bless. September 25, 2002 7:58PM Eugene Meech: Wow you have a really incredible album there! Excellent pictures. Nice work with the homemade macro lens! September 25, 2002 11:55AM classicsstrings: Absolutly wonderful! These are very much appreciated. O;-)* September 5, 2002 3:12PM Sean: Hi, I met you at the zoo and you showed me around and gave me your slide show and it was great so is this webpage.Thank You July 30, 2002 3:58PM Cyberfly: hi there, What great pictures you have taken! I especially love the buggy ones. I was wondering if you'd mind if I'd link your album to my site and if I feature your making of a butterfly there. You can check out my insectysite at http://www.geocities.com/cyberfly271275/table.html July 15, 2002 9:49PM Weblord: Impressive photos! I'd love to see full size images of some of the macros. July 4, 2002 2:03PM gabagoo: Wonderful photos! The traansformation to a butterfly is so miraculous! Ain't nature grand??? June 13, 2002 5:03AM Kenny Scott: I have looked through your albums and think your work is fantastic. Thanks for sharing! May 26, 2002 6:51PM felix: writing in Chinese ƯÁÁµÄºûµû, ÎÒϲšg, ·Ç³£ºÃµÄÏàƬ²¾, ÖxÖxÄú. May 23, 2002 5:27PM Kitty Barrera: What can I say? The photos are gorgeous. One thing I noticed is that you have a couch just like mine. Good taste! Two of my sites are http://www.picturetrail.com/ansted and http://www.picturetrail.com/barreras . May 23, 2002 2:33PM Theresa Massey: I came here from BestFoto.com; I am new to thier forum, and was disappointed to see that they had lost all of thier galleries...what a sad shame! I am sssoooo glad I came here...I am thrilled with all of your beautiful photographs! Just fabulous work! Theresa April 29, 2002 1:35PM John Parker: Mike I am always thrilled when I view your albums. You are truly an inspiration. April 27, 2002 3:45PM ecritures: Hi, Your photos are just awesome!! incredible kind of detail you can see on all the shots. Nature is lovely and seeing it this way is even more exceptional! April 14, 2002 10:08AM Huntersmom1: I enjoyed your pictures soooo much. The butterfly and flower pictures were amazing!! I'll keep watching for more!! April 11, 2002 5:01PM Shugersmax: Beautiful work. I enjoyed every picture! March 15, 2002 10:29PM Van: Enjoyed looking at your photos. I never would have imagined a spiderwort looking so pretty! Very nice macro photos of the flowers. If you like to look at gardens, come visit my website at http://members.cox.net/cloudsend March 9, 2002 10:42PM Willa: Mike, You are AMAZING! You and Heather McFarland are too of my very favorite photographers to look at, and apparently, you are a hell of a gardener, too! Most of my husband's family lives in FL, and looking at your beautiful photos makes me want to sell my home in NJ, my cottage in NC and move to FL! Keep up the excellent, excellent work. Sincerely, Willa (Oh, and I love your work on BestFoto, too. :) February 28, 2002 12:31PM Bruce Doucet: Hi Mike.I too have a 490 zoom and would love to make a macro lens but I do have a couple of questions I would like to ask you first.Can you contact me or is there a way I can contact you with a few questions.Thanks bdoucet@ns.sympatico.ca January 11, 2002 12:18PM