Osprey Over Florida Bay

[Michael Pancier]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3132/3099408685_4c833d408d_o.jpg

Stumbled across this old shot that I hadn't processed before. With Viveza, I was able to selectively adjust the different exposure areas on the bird (left wing and eyes) as well on the sky such that I'm now glad I didn't chuck it.

1d Mark II
400 5.6L
f/7.1
1/1600
ISO 250
shot from a boat, straightened and slight crop.
incident light only on cloudy day

[Daniel Cadieux]

Michael, I like how the osprey is flying slightly towards you. I would crop away at least half the empty space above. You could also add some below if you have it in your original (or if you are able to it in Photoshop). I also think the near eye could use additional work, such as ridding the shadow in it.

[Stu Bowie]

Great flying towards you shot, and love the intensity from the eyes. I would clone the white spot just below the chest area. Very well captured Michael.