Bufflehead

[Karl Egressy]

This is the image that I posted on NSN, noted by Melissa Groo.
It might be better than the one I posted here, however, I used the same post processing technics on both.
The main difference might have been that I used less aggressive highligh/shadow on this one to open the dark areas.
I have learned a more gentle way of opening the shadows, thanks to Stuart, and it is even better than linear dodge by the looks of it.
Thanks for looking.

Canon 1D MIV
Canon 500 +1.4x
ISO 800
f7.1
1/800 s

[Arthur Morris]

Very nice with beautiful colors. I am wondering if the greens and purples could use a bit more sharpening.... Perhaps also a bit too large in the frame.....

[Sidharth Kodikal]

Excellent exposure and love the iridescent colors captured. Also love the water beads on the head. Nicely done Karl.

[Daniel Cadieux]

I'm envious you could get so close to one of these little beauties! What I like best here is the lines in the water mirroring the lines in the tail...cool! A bit large in the frame for me too, but I love the closeup view.

[gail bisson]

This one is so much nicer than the least one. Being less aggressive with the S & H tool has really paid off.
I wouldn't mind a bit more room top and right.
Gail

[Frank Schauf]

Nice clean image of this species.

[Satish Ranadive]

Wonderful colors,nice details,lights,great IQ and composition.
Love the colors,water droplets,rings in the water and reflections of water on breast.

Regards,
Satish.