Ring Billed Gull protrait

[John Wilkerson]

Photographed in the Gulfport MS small craft harbor.
Nikon D200
Nikon 200-400 f-4 zoom with extender
1/400 @ f5.6
meter: center weighted
550mm

www.wilkersonphotography.com
Photos of Hurricane Katrina
Wildlife and others

[Maxis Gamez]

Hi John,

I find the white very hot in the neck and chess. The rock in the BG is a huge distraction. I would also add a little more sharpening.

[Robert O'Toole]

I like the classic pose but this image might do better in eager to learn. On top of what Maxis mentioned the cropping it too tight and there is a blue cast to the image.


Robert

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Nice specimen and eye contact. I agree with the other comments and you could have avoided by moving to your right.

[John Wilkerson]

I see that the crop is a little tight, I agree about the hot whites which have been discussed in depth here. As far as the background it was my intent to get just what I did in the background. I didnt want a sterile background. I do agree that with just the water in the background it would be nice. Personal taste. I do appreciate all the comments. I have learned much on this forum.