Up close and personal

Like most young boys growing up out in the country, I have always had an interest in snakes, lizards and anything that crawled or slithered. Unlike most though, my interest in these things have increased. I would've killed for a lens and camera like this when I was young though! I decided to do this project in conjunction with my girlfriends project. She was shooting video, while I shot stills. Once the video is done I'll post that as well. Until then I hope you find these photos as beautiful and interesting as I do. The animals used are two Leopard Geckos and a Giant Shield Mantis. I hope to continue this project in the future as well.