Buddies

[Randy Stout]

These two were hanging out in my pond this AM. I thought they looked like friends, or even brothers? Kind of the, "don't mess with my bros" look.

Olympus EM5, 40-150, f/11. 1/320 hand held with knuckles in the water

Post: Minor crop for comp, cleaned a few specular highlights , selective sharpening

I tried even smaller f/stops to increase DOF, focus part way between the two, etc., just not enough DOF at this distance to cover them both. Because I was hand holding, stacking not an option.

Advice and comments always appreciated

Cheers

Randy

[Diane Miller]

What a smile this brought! Great reflection, too! Frogs are so cool, and I can never get within 50 ft of one.

[Allen Sparks]

Hi Randy,
Very nice image - you captured a great moment. The reflection is quite cool and for me makes the OOF on the back frog less noticeable.

Allen

[Karen Pleasant]

This image brought a big smile to my face! Very nice reflections. Given a choice had to be made, I really like where you put the focus. With the larger frog in back and slightly OOF, it emphasizes the "I'm watching over you" feeling of the image. Thanks for sharing!

[Warren Spreng]

I'm ok with "Big Buddy" being a little OOF, it still gives the sense that he is looking out for his little buddy! Great reflections.

[Jonathan Ashton]

Those are really cute frogs Randy - I love the colour, the composition is excellent.

[Randy Stout]

Thanks everyone:

Glad it generated a few smiles! Frogs seem to do that to people. Appreciate your comments.

Randy

[OvidiuCavasdan]

Excellent composition and reflection! I like this a lot!

[Steve Maxson]

Love the low shooting angle and, of course, the reflections! Very sharp within your DOF and I like the soft light. You might consider toning down the bright area below the black on the right side so it doesn't draw the eye. Very nicely done!