Hovering tiptol [Archive] - BirdPhotographers.net

Pierre Smith

11-10-2011, 11:22 AM

Just before 7 in the morning, with a piece of apple on the fence this guy came closer to investigate.

F4
1/2000
ISO - 1000

Nikon D3s
Nikon 600mm

Kevin Giannini

11-10-2011, 11:34 AM

Very nice! I like the tight crop and the light! The blurred wings and position are great, and the body and head seem very sharp. Was this on a tripod? Beautiful!
Regards,
Kevin

Pierre Smith

11-10-2011, 12:01 PM

Thanks Kevin! Sorry, forgot to mention it, yes it was on a tripot

Daniel Cadieux

11-10-2011, 12:22 PM

You did well to capture this bird mid-hover. I do wish for more breathing room in the composition, and had the wings been fully open that would have been a really nice bonus. Sharp, and nice complementary BG.

Stu Bowie

11-10-2011, 01:16 PM

Well timed Pierre, and sharp where it counts. I like the curled feet, and what a lovely smooth complimentary BG.

dankearl

11-10-2011, 11:36 PM

As noted, a bit of a tight crop, but the color, sharpness and pose are very nice.
Keep them coming, I really enjoy seeing birds I don't get to see, captured so well.