I think it's a female (hematophagous) specimen.
Lomo 8X microscope lens and extension tubes.
Stack of 78 images in Helicon Focus.
Flashes, homemade diffuser
I doubt this insect is a fly, but it looks like one.
Testing the Lomo 8X microscope lens.
Stack of 101 images, steps at 20um, automated rail.
Processed in Helicon Focus and Photoshop.
Flashes & homemade diffusers.