That wing touching the water just made my day, I love, simply love this shot!
It has some hot white spots but nothing that can take away such quality.
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Yes, that wing touching the water is a huge bonus! I would crop away the lowest dark band. I wish the white of the crashing surf would extend to the very top. Very cool view though, the angle is superb.
I really like the comp and the way the wing is just touching the water. Also like the waves behind the subject. You can almost hear the crashing waves.
For a bird that is a molting mess, molting out of breeding plumage, you made it look damned good. Love esp. the soft light and the full downstroke. Great view of the molt too. My only wish is for a bit more room above. All in all fabulous.
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