Randy Stout
01-01-2018, 11:07 AM
Weather here has been cold (-10F) with a foot of snow. But, I am starting to think about the upcoming loon season, so always like to look back at last years pictures and think about what I can do this year!
This handsome adult was taken in Northern Michigan in June, just a couple of days after the lone chick hatched. I always like the poses where there neck is extended, so elegant looking, plus it shows of the blue band on the neck well.
D500 600VR f/8 1/1600s, ISO 500. Pedestal mounted in the bottom of my little boat.
Post: slight leveling, softened reflection at the bottom of the frame, toned down some of the specular highlights on the bill. Removed second catchlight on iris.
Advice and comments always appreciated.
Cheers and Happy New Year.
Randy
This handsome adult was taken in Northern Michigan in June, just a couple of days after the lone chick hatched. I always like the poses where there neck is extended, so elegant looking, plus it shows of the blue band on the neck well.
D500 600VR f/8 1/1600s, ISO 500. Pedestal mounted in the bottom of my little boat.
Post: slight leveling, softened reflection at the bottom of the frame, toned down some of the specular highlights on the bill. Removed second catchlight on iris.
Advice and comments always appreciated.
Cheers and Happy New Year.
Randy