I've always been a little bit fascinated and terrified of bees, but when I spotted dozens of them on one plant last week I plucked up some courage and decided to snap a couple of shots. I'm always really pleased when I spot bees in the city - we've all heard that they are in trouble and seeing so many makes me suspect someone nearby has a hive. Aren't they absolutely beautiful? I had so much fun trying to get the perfect shot - I must have taken at least a hundred photos and was so pleased to get this many relatively sharp ones. Sometimes it is fun to push your comfort zone a little and try photographing something a little bit different.