Misty Morning Catch

[William Dickson]

Canon 1DX Mk2
f/4 400mm DO Mk2
f/4
1/1600
ISO 3200

I captured this one just as daylight was breaking through. The temp had dropped to just above freezing, which caused mist to hover above the water surface, making the light brighter towards the top of the frame. This fish had pulled the bird under the water, but after a struggle, the Osprey managed to get the wings beating.....Apart from not seeing the bird until it was about to strike, the mist, I thought, would cause further problems when locking on, but when this lens is bare, it sure does the business.

Will

[David Roach]

Sublime canvas, just sublime. The sense of action seemingly magnified by the mist and the heft of the prey. Everything tack sharp but the motion enhanced blur of those water filled wingtips. The droplets and the misty back drop add to the drama. This is a rare opportunity and you were up to the task, my friend... TFS

[Bill Dix]

What fun to have seen and captured this, at the absolutely perfect moment when the fish's head just cleared the surface. I love the misty feeling of this, which matches your description well. If mine I would be tempted to try a 35% NIK Tonal Contrast on bird and fish, just to see what it does. But it might spoil the mood that you have captured so nicely.

[William Dickson]

Thanks for that David, Much appreciated. I tried the tonal contrast at 35% Bill, I thought it looked a wee bit too contrasty, so reduced the opacity by 50%

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[Bill Dix]

I like it. Just a bit more zing, while retaining that gorgeous misty mood.

[Daniel Cadieux]

Liking this a lot!! Great mood. I just wish for less noise on the fish (maybe a Speckled Trout ha ha - sorry for that bad pun), but this is quite a striking frame. What a great place to spend a few mornings at!

[Robert Kimbrell]

Fine image Will. It has a very unique feel to it. The mist really gives a foundation for the setting. Like the position of wonderful fish and the water splashing. I would be careful making any changes you may loose the mood of the frame.

[William Dickson]

Liking this a lot!! Great mood. I just wish for less noise on the fish (maybe a Speckled Trout ha ha - sorry for that bad pun), but this is quite a striking frame. What a great place to spend a few mornings at!

Thanks Dan...Rainbow Trout, introduced to Scotland from America....Natural colouring :S3: Unfortunately the Ospreys migrate to Africa soon, so will have to wait until next year....On the plus side the Red Kite feeding station is open again after the virus

[annmpacheco]

"Play Misty for me...", do you know that classic and i am indeed "dating myself! I love this Will, it definitely evokes that magical mysterious unveiling of nature before the sun clears things. I also love the fish position, the splash, and the motion wing tips... Easy to love. Yaaay bring on the kites i say and i only wish it wasn't such a long commute, oh yeah and if us Americans are ever welcomed abroad... Stay safe.

[Brian Sump]

Will, as mentioned impeccable timing here. Yeah a bit grainy in spots (also no pun) but it's misty so you can probably get away with a little bit in this one.

I'm one for the repost personally, adds a good bit of drama which is great. Clarity in the key areas and wing position are fantastic!

Interesting how the brown areas in the bkg blotched up a bit on the right side, I've not seen that before.

Super shot, well done!

[William Dickson]

"Play Misty for me...", do you know that classic and i am indeed "dating myself! I love this Will, it definitely evokes that magical mysterious unveiling of nature before the sun clears things. I also love the fish position, the splash, and the motion wing tips... Easy to love. Yaaay bring on the kites i say and i only wish it wasn't such a long commute, oh yeah and if us Americans are ever welcomed abroad... Stay safe.

Thanks Ann....Yes, I sure know that classic...Yer welcome to Scotland anytime ....:S3:

[John Mack]

I like the mist/fog. It gives a nice mood to the image. Framing is right on for me. That fish looks like it wants to go back in that water.

[Mike Poole]

Love the misty feel in this one Will, adds so much extra interest to the shot. Your OP works really well for me, great timing, a consideration for the wall I'd say

Mike

[Geoffrey Montagu]

An amazing capture under the conditions you were working in, William. What a moment it must have been, and then to see this remarkable result. I prefer the original post.


Geoffrey




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[Bretoteanu Dan]

I like it a lot. The Bg just makes the osprey stand out, the blurred wingtips suggests motion, and you can almost hear the fish scream:) To me it seems the eye of the osprey is a bit too vivid, when compared with the color of the rest of his body. Oh boy, he's got some impressive talons.