Red-necked Grebe

[Jim Crosswell]

This was taken in early October near my house. I couldn't get any lower and was stuck on one side of the canal. I like the side lighting and dark BG. This was taken about an hour before sunset. All C&Cs are welcome and appreciated.

Canon 1D MK IV
500L f4
1.4 Extender
ISO 800
f8
1/1000s
Tripod

[Daniel Cadieux]

Although I prefer lower angles I must say that this image works remarkably well as is. Great light, and that eye is hypnotizing. Very nice BG with the "brushstroke" patterns. I'd be quite happy with this!

[Randy Stout]

Jim:

The lighting and configuration of the eye makes it act almost like a target bullseye, really pulls ones attention in. Side lighting very effective overall. Personal taste might lead me to crop 5% off the top.

Cheers

Randy

[Bill Dix]

Nice one, Jim. Lovely evening feeling with beautiful light, good head turn, nice dark background that makes the bird pop.

[keith mitchell]

A very different image that I like a lot Jim, the way you have done it really makes the bird pop.

Keith.

[Karl Egressy]

Looks like a first year bird. Great lighting and a very nice image, Jim.

[adrian dancy]

Excellent work here Jim....the lighting is superb

[Jim Crosswell]

Thanks everyone for the comments and suggestions.