Black V White

[William Dickson]

Canon 1DX
f/4 500mm with 1.4
f/6.3
1/3200
ISO 1600

The male Eiders are now returning to the harbour in good condition after the moult. I have probably photographed this bird, more than any other, because they are so close to me. The Blacks/Whites have always been a problem, and a great critique, especially from my early days with Arash and David.

I think I am 'getting there'

Will

[Geoff Newhouse]

Great shot of a stunning bird. I hope to some day visit somewhere to see some Eiders. Not sure if I like the inclusion of the dark strip at the top of the frame. May be better with just the blue but that may also make the crop a little too tight.

TFS
Geoff

[Krishna Prasad kotti]

Nice Perspective.. Beautiful Bird, Great Light. I like the catch light in the eye. Thanks for sharing.

[Jonathan Ashton]

Yes Will I can imagine your pleasure with this frame. They are not easy to get in good light and show off all their beautiful colours but you have certainly done it this time. Great shot well done, lovely head turn too.
Now lets have another shot with the same details and colours ...but with a wing flap:bg3:

[Joe Subolefsky]

Like the slight head turn. I think higher in the frame without the dark band would work better. TFS

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Will, great HA, low shooting angle, and yes, with those various colours on this fellow, you have seemed to have nailed the exposure throughout. The slight bow wave adds interest. Well captured.

[Bill Dix]

Great to see this wonderful bird in breeding plumage. Exposure looks spot-on. Well done.

[William Dickson]

Thanks for the comments, much appreciated.

I'll try my best Jon :S3:

Will

[Tim Foltz]

William, kille looking duck, wish we these here in Southern CA. Nice angle, BG and HA.

-Tim