Cygnet in Flight x 2

[William Dickson]

Canon 1DX
f/4 500mm with 1.4
f/6.3
1/5000
ISO 640

I managed to capture this cygnet as it flew in towards the loch. I liked the flight pose, which appeared quite different. I also liked the winter sunlight. I have posted two frames, one with some sky showing, and the other with only the trees as the BG. Which do you like best, and why.

Thanks

Will

[William Dickson]

[Tony Ardillo]

My vote is with sky. The BG with trees only makes it feel boxed in

[Ian McLachlan]

Like the second one as I think the sky slightly distracts .I think the multi background sets off the birds young colours very well. Very nice wing position .Maybe lighten the shadows a bit?

[Daniel Cadieux]

I would go with the sky version as I like the tree line, but with a bit less room below. Sharp, and I like the slight curve of the neck. I know you like the pose and I realize it is likely gliding in, but I would have preferred better wing positions.

[keith mitchell]

Will I go for the repost with no distraction of the sky,think you have captured this Swan beautifully.

Keith.

[Jonathan Ashton]

Will I want to say the one with the sky but I think I prefer the repost without. I agree with others - there is less distraction and the yey concentrates on the bird. Love the neck and the exposure looks very good.

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Will, tack sharp and well exposed, and just wish for a better flight pose. Comp wise, I like your OP.

[David Salem]

I like the one without the sky. Nice capture William.

[Jim Crosswell]

I like the sharpness, composition and complimentary BG. I like the repost with no sky. Very well done Will!