Brimstone Moth

Nature does not seem to like to fit in with a photographer's plans. 

I was enjoying an early morning coffee in the garden prior to going out when a Brimstone moth flew in and landed on a leaf. My cameras were packed ready for the off but I quickly put a macro lens on and took a photo. This species is supposed to be common but I have not see it in the garden before.

Due to time constraints there was no time for a tripod and I had to stand on a garden chair to reach the level of the moth.

Hopefully I will be better prepared and have more time if Opisthograptis luteolata visits again.