2013 Photomicrography Competition

Micrasterias americana (algae)

Marek Miś

Affiliation
Marek Mis Photography
Suwalki, Podlaskie, Poland
Technique
Polarized Light
Magnification
50x

The photographs presents very common desmid species Micrasterias americana in polarized light. This Micrasterias was situated next to cover slip edge and the entire image, especially the colors and shapes. It was taken using polarized light with two retarders to obtain desired colors and atmosphere.

Pipevine Swallowtail butterfly (Battus philenor) eggs on stem of host plant, Aristolochia fimbriata

David Millard

Location
Austin, Texas, USA
Technique
Focus Stacking
Magnification
5x

Polished slab of Teepee Canyon agate

Douglas Moore

Affiliation
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
University Relations & Communications
Stevens Point, Wisconsin, USA
Technique
Stereomicroscopy
Magnification
25x