Greenfinch

[William Dickson]

Canon 5D Mk3
f/4 500mm with 1.4
f/6.3
1/500
ISO 2500

The weather over here for the past few days has been rain and more rain, so on Sunday I decided to go to a local hide and photograph woodland birds. I attracted them with peanuts, and was amazed at the amount and variety of birds I got. The wooded area they were in was in the shadows, hence the high ISO. But, when the sun did appear for short times, it made for a worthwhile shoot.

Thanks for looking

Will

[David Salem]

Very nice shot William. I like the pose and the complementary colors. Nice feather details from that 5D also. Well done

[Ross Taylor]

Hi Will,

I really love this shot! The background is perfect for the bird colors. I was wondering if technically the HA is turned a little much, but I really enjoy the photo as-is.

Thanks for posting this Will!

Ross

[Grace Scalzo]

Only positives from me on this fine frame. Bird is sharp, colors are complimentary. That cocked head gives him some attitude and character, in my opinion.

[Jim Crosswell]

I like the pose, details, complimentary colors and composition. Well done Will!

[adrian dancy]

A superb and wonderful portrait. Colours are spot on and the detail looks good.

[Arthur Morris]

Gorgeous on all counts. I'd prefer just a bit less head turn towards us but I remain envious of this wonderful image :) a

[Karl Egressy]

Such a great image, Will. I especially like that the background compliments the bird so well.

[keith mitchell]

Agree with the above Will, bird sits really well on the smashing BG,no nits from me, great work.

Keith.

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Will, I like this pose, its more about attitude. Great IQ for that high ISO, and you have brought out the finer plumage detail nicely.

We are in a heat wave - high 37 deg C - 39 deg C's. You can send your rain over here.