Sanderling

[Kester Clarke]

These are fast little birds, always darting up and down the shore.

6D + 500f/4L Mk1 + 1.4x III, Wimberley
f/8, 1/2000, ISO800
Levels, Curves, Dfine on BG, Smart sharpen on bird

comment welcomed. Thanks.

[Miguel Palaviccini]

You're right, those guys sure are fast when they are moving around the shore! I like the composition you chose for this one. I'd say a bit hot on the whites and I'd consider removing the second catchlight.

[Kester Clarke]

Thanks ..here's a re-edit.

[Grace Scalzo]

Tricky birds to photograph. A few things pop out at me as I look at your image. Was this taken in harsh light? I see that the whites look hot and darks blocked, so suspect you had harsh lighting. There is a dust spot by the bird's leg. Lastly, I think that the composition could be improved by trimming from the bottom and left and the transition line between smooth water and the darker water above be softened.

[Kester Clarke]

Thanks, Grace.

[John Robinson]

Well done whatever Kester. These little fellas don't hang about do they !
Cheers
JohnR

[Karl Egressy]

Nice image, the repost is a definite improvement.

[Binu John]

Excellent shot! Love the pose, low POV and exposure! TFS