Little Blue Heron

[Henry Domke]

We went back to Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge for a last look before we head home tomorrow.


It was cloudy and the birds were not moving much but just as we were about to leave the refuge Lorna spotted a Little Blue Heron in the mangroves. She pulled over and I got a few pictures.

All comments are welcome. Thanks!


5D3 600II f/7.1 1/2500sec ISO 3200. handheld
Processed with Lightrooom 5 and Photoshop CC

[Karl Egressy]

Nice pose and details. Cleaning up the water a little bit would enhance the image IMO.

[Shawn Zierman]

I love the color of the heron against the color of the water, in this light quality...turned out beautifully. I like all the stuff on top of the water, it's all spaced rather nicely and none of it is too bright....gives a nice visual effect imo.

[Marina Scarr]

Your bird looks great with spot on color and lovely details. I feel the spots on the water are detracting from an otherwise lovely image. I might also put your bird a little more off center.

[christopher galeski]

nice capture,nice bird,good details,pleasant light and pose.

[Arthur Morris]

EXP and SH excellent. There is a bit to much head turn towards us. Yes to cleaning up the water a bit.