Blackbird

[William Dickson]

Canon R6
f/4 400mm DO Mk2
f/5.6
1/3200
ISO 4000

Another from the set up in the snow. Just trying something a little different, with the snow covered perches. And a different POV. Gimbal Head. ACR and PS.

Will

[Jonathan Ashton]

Good to see a little different! It works for me, the eyes and importantly the leading foot are good and sharp, I think a good idea to keep the subject central.

[Gerald Kelberg]

Hi Will,

You must have enjoyed being out in the snow!

I always struggle with black birds - getting the exposure right. But you seem to have done pretty well with this one.

I like the raised foot and the sharp eyes, but the out of focus bill and the overall shape/pose of the bird detract from the image for me.

Thanks for sharing,

Gerald

[William Dickson]

Thanks for the comments guys. Much appreciated

Will

[Andreas Liedmann]

Hi Will .... very nice idea to get this shot and you did well with the focus and the naturally limited DOF .
Very difficult to get something in the plumage ... maybe a touch " too neutral "on the color front .

Not too fuzzed about the comp .... the image " needs " to go vertical for more impact IMHO .

TFS Andreas

[Daniel Cadieux]

Nice and dreamy. Th raised foot adds a lot. Good job managing the blacks and the whites. Although super minor, there is a small spot (sensor dust spot?) to the right of the foot that is peskily grabbing my attention.

[William Dickson]

Thanks for the comments Andreas and Dan. I see it now Dan. It's part of the blowing snow. No need for a sensor clean yet.

Will