Northern Gannet

[Sandy Clyburn]

This shot was taken at Auld's Cove ,Nova Scotia

500mm Nikon

Aperture Priority

F-5.6

SS-1/3200

Nikon D3s



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[Bill Dix]

The gannet stands out nicely against the cold looking water. Exposure looks good - I like the detail in the whites of the near wing. In fact, it looks as if the focus point may have been on the wing instead of the head. I wonder if a bit of selective sharpening, and a bit of brightening, around the eye area might help. I don't know the area, but a lower point of view (if possible) might have given a greater sense of intimacy with the bird.

[Dennis Zaebst]

Good comments above from Bill. The colors are great and the exposure is spot on. I might prefer a slightly looser crop, if you can. Well done.

[Satish Ranadive]

Excellent image of Gannet.I like the exposure,details in whites and waves in the water.Great advice by Bill Sir.
Would add more space in front of bird.

Regards,
Satish.

[Karl Egressy]

Nice soft light and excellent exposure control. The bird really pops.

[Marina Scarr]

Lovely bird and colors. Your bird is well exposed. I understand it may not have been possible, but the image would be more pleasing had it been photographed from a lower angle.