WOW - I have never seen anything like this! Subject and technique! I have been dabbling in macro photography and have just purchased the Nikkor 105mm f/2.8 new micro. I have my older 105mm f/2.8 af but I understand this new version is outstanding. I have a question on magnifications though. Do you used extension tubes? Or are these images cropped? Please, if you have the time, advise me. I have owned two Coolpix cameras - 5 years ago - and I enjoyed the 3X magnifications. How can I do this? Thanks so much your work is amazing!