Hey Mike,
I like the capture here. You are improving. Now for the techs...:D I would suggest on cloning out the branch that is intersecting the bird on the left. In addition, you can try cropping 1/4 from the top and from the bottom just shy of 1/4 and make this image into a pano. Tell me what you think...:) For your next one; try to get these little guys out in the open. Try to choose your background before you depress the shutter, and try on getting a better head angle, where the birds are looking more in your direction...:) Hey you are getting better...keep up the good work...:D
Mike these guys are as difficult as they come. They don't stay still, no pattern to the movements, small and like to hide !!! Getting two in frame complicates matters since you would be trying for more dof which makes the bg worse.
Keep in mind mixed lighting will not work. Using a flash will help some. Would try getting close and going after one bird. Set up in a favorable place and remember food is a strong incentive for these guys :)
i reworked the image i submitted today and made some improvements. (or at least i think they are improved)
i went in and masked the exposure to give it more depth. i don't think i will ever get the shot that Gus got but i am looking to learn.
cloning in my picture would be difficult since the twig bisects the male finch. i've tried all of my skills. what do i do next.
Hi Mike head back out and get some more birds. Each image is a learning experience and you do better with the next one. At least you get a better idea what to look for. For one pass up mixed light images, get as close as you can, try single birds, entice with some food, line up your bg and a little luck never hurts !!!!
btw PS wise you will pick up new skills all the time but the idea is making the best possible in camera without all that much work !!!
Finches
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