Overexposed squacco in flight

[Richard Flack]

I had quite a frustrating weekend trying to photograph birds in what were rainy, overcast conditions.
Not sure if my persistence paid off but I kinda of liked this one....despite the obvious over-exposure. Let me know your thoughts, good or bad.

Photo details:
7d 400 f2.8
ISO 1000
Shutter speed 1/2500
F stop 5
Exposure bias +0.3
Sharpening for web

[gail bisson]

I do like it as an artistic image. It has an ethereal quality.
I like the way the BG transitions into high key and the complimentary colors of the squacco.
Gail

[David Salem]

Pretty cool looking image Richard. The heron looks good and the white high keyish top of the frame makes for a unique look. I would consider a bit of NR on the BG to clean it up, otherwise, nice vision.

[Diane Miller]

I'm all for Art. I love it! But I'd add some canvas at the top. Easy to match the light tones up there but beware of the pitfalls.

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[Dave Spates]

I think you did the best you could with the lighting conditions seeing the white blown wing - background is a bit grainy. I would've shot this wide open on overcast conditions to get that extra stop of light

[Raymond Lee]

Nice fligth position! Great colour and details. I'm okay with the exposure on the right wing, but I find the overexposed left wing is a bit too much for my taste though. The BG needs noise cleanup.

[Richard Flack]

Thanks so much for the comments and advise! Appreciate you taking the time.
David/Raymond, thanks for pointing out the BG. Totally forget to do NR. Have an awesome day!