Finally I focused on the web itself. This proved much more difficult as the wind had picked up and I needed to capture the image at the precise moment. Of many images, this is my favourite.
After I would spray the water, the spider repeatedly shook itself and wiped away the droplets from its body and legs. An action that surprised me. Here you can see it wiping a large droplet from one of its legs.
As scared as I am around spiders, they are one of the most beautiful creatures to capture on camera.
I've heard of people spraying spider webs with water to make them more noticeable. I have to say I am pleased I tried it, and I will definitely be using it more often!
Came across this little chap in my garden. Attempted some lovely photo's but it proved difficult due to it being such a windy day. I'd have gotten closer if it was not for my deathly phobia of these arachnids. Of over 2 dozen images, I've narrowed them down to the most successful.
