Juvenile skimmer skimming

[Grace Scalzo]

A strong south wind and a rising high tide created a wonderful pool on the beach which the birds enjoyed. Tough conditions for photography but my trusty mk2n was up to the task and I got a few that I like. Met Artie and his IPT, always nice to see fellow BPN'ers.

1/1000, f5.6, ISO400
Canon 500 f4 + mk2n :) + lowered tripod

[Connie Mier]

I like this very much, haven't seen a juvy in this flight position before. The curved water trail behind the bird is really cool, so I don't mind that the bird is heading out of the frame at all. Excellent capture.

[Ákos Lumnitzer]

Hi Grace
This is very cool action indeed. I also like the curved water trail! That looks really neat indeed. I would still, however, prefer a bit more room ahead. But perhaps that is just me.

[Alfred Forns]

Hi Grace One fine image and like it as presented The curved water wake looks great, bird is sharp, well exposed and great wing position !!! Big Congrats on this one !!!

[Arthur Morris]

Great seeing you guys. I love the curved wake also. Lots of blast-offs tonight and one peregrine.

[Ilija Dukovski]

The curve is just perfect, like it a lot. Also the texture on the water is very nice too.
Thanks for sharing.

[LouBuonomo]

Love the look of the pond, curve make it for me too!

[Kiran Poonacha]

Too good a freeze, loved the wing angle and the line created by the skimming adds a lot here, a little more room in front should add a bit to the frame... congrats...

[Axel Hildebrandt]

The curve pattern in the water makes this one for me. I also like the wing position and sharpness and would tone down the highlights a bit more.

[Mike Lentz]

Very nice, Grace! Wish I could be there with you guys!

[James Salywoda]

I love how the water trail is fading into the background. Sweet Shot Grace....