My preference is for BIF shots, but being from the UK, I cannot get enough of the fantastic birds when I get the chance. This bird was taking a break, having been constantly nagged by its mate from the nest [:w3] and was not in the least bothered by my attention. This was a full-frame shot, 1D mk3, 600mm + 1.4x tele, ISO 400, 1/800sec @ f9, dist to subject 25.7metres, +0.3EV, small BKG NR. The background was lighter than I would have wished for, but it was a cloudy day, although the shot was taken as the clouds lifted slightly to reveal a blue cast, making it better than pure white or grey. This is my best portrait shot of an Osprey to date and I was very pleased to nail it.
Comments always welcomed.
02-20-2011, 05:56 AM
Stu Bowie
Tack sharp Richard, and I like the look back pose. If anything, I would move him to the left in the frame and add more space on the right.
02-20-2011, 06:04 AM
Richard Pittam
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Thanks Stuart.
Since it was a full-framer, I have had to add some RHS and cropped the left as suggested.
02-20-2011, 06:26 AM
Colin Driscoll
Excellent detail and clarity. The first frame was OK by me but I don't always get my own framing right.
02-20-2011, 06:35 AM
Scott Frye
I like the repost beause it takes the bird off center -- very nice shot -- I like the talons and the detail in both the whites and darker feathers. Very dramatic pose
02-20-2011, 07:40 AM
Joe Senzatimore
The re-crop is a great finishing touch to a beautiful image. Might tone it down just a hair , but that is a matter of taste. Love it.
02-20-2011, 09:05 AM
Galliani Carlo
great capture and great detail in the shot
for me a bit clear on midtone
02-20-2011, 03:26 PM
Todd Frost
Outstanding image Richard :cheers:. Repost takes it up a notch for me. Great exposure and detail. Well done.
TFS
Todd
02-20-2011, 04:10 PM
Daniel Cadieux
Neat pose, good details. The repost is a much stronger composition.
