What a difference this pose makes! I think the wide open beak really makes this one stand out. The background couldn't have been more perfect, and I really like the subtle brown splotches throughout.
I do think that the perch is just a bit big. I would also recommend some selective contrast on the bird. Really darken those blacks if you can.
Stunning IQ, gorgeous light, pose and BG, Satishji.
Love those long claws.
There's a bit of clipping in the highlights - some on the bird and mostly on the perch.
This is easy to tame. I'd also add a few points of blacks to the neutrals in selective color. I'd also evict the second catchlight.
I'm always impressed by these frame filling shots you obtain at 400mm - good fieldcraft.
Last edited by Sidharth Kodikal; 03-26-2013 at 01:24 PM.
Wonderful singing pose, and gorgeous background. Another vote for a few points of black. To my eye there may be just a hint of oversharpened crunchiness in a few spots like the mantle, but I really struggle with this. Lovely capture.
Hi Satish, I agree with all the feedback from everyone. Great pose, BG and details and a little contrast to the subject will really make this beautiful image pop. Well done
Yellow Wagtail.
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