noise behind the butterfly

[teokf]

I finally managed to shoot this elusive, skittish butterfly after a few trips into the jungle with my Tamron 90mm macro lens. If you know the ID of this butterfly, I would appreciate it's name.

I need help in post processing to eliminate the noise in this photo. I tried using a noise plug-in in Photoshop, but it gave me bands. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

[Geoff F]

Noise where, Steven?

The black background and green leaf seem OK to me; which is where any noise should be apparent.

The wings are slightly softer than the body, as often happens with butterflies. Are you seeing some reflection from the wing scales?

[teokf]

Hi Geoff

Thanks for replying. This only means one thing, Now, I have a serious problem with my monitor. On my monitor, blotches of black and some slight bands of the colour show up.

[Bobobird]

Nice shot but the "imperfections" are not that apparent. There are streaks of green within the black areas, it is not ugly to look at, actually quite pleasing.

[conkerwood]

Agree with all previous. On my screen very little noise. I have a few green streaks which are nice as they add depth. Its a well composed pic. Good luck with your monitor.

Peter

[teokf]

Bobo, Peter thanks for looking checking it out for me. Looks like I have to get another monitor ahh ...