Mourning Dove

[Joel Eade]

From a back yard set up.

Cloned out a branch that was just above the bird's back.

1DX
500mm f/4L IS USM I + Tripod
Manual exposure mode + evaluative metering
ISO 1600
f/4.5
1/1000
No flash

[Joe Senzatimore]

Looks like a studio shot . Well done. Love the dark BG.

[Marina Scarr]

Interesting and unique lighting. This is a very pleasing image with that black BG.

[gary ellwein]

Joel, sweet light with good feather detail. The dark bg seals the deal.