European Roller

[Loukie Viljoen]

This one got lost in blackout, out of sight out of mind.Repost Early morning morning Roller that was "shot"
Canon 1DMKII,
File size: 126KB
Camera Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark II
Date/Time: 2008:01:13 052:16
Shutter speed: 1/250 sec
Aperture: 11
Exposure mode: Av
Flash: Off
Metering mode: Multi-segment
ISO: 400
Focal length: 600mm [300mm + 2x TC]
Image size: 646 x 800

[David Steele]

What a beauty Loukie! Lovely light and colours and a good backdrop. No nits even though the perch looks a little uncomfortable; you can't help that.

[Doug Brown]

I like it a lot Loukie! Love the way the colors in the BG perfectly compliment the bird's plumage. Very sharp, with good eye contact and nice light. Thanks for posting!

[Julie Kenward]

Wow! I thought maybe your colors were off for a moment but then realized the bird perfectly matches his surroundings. Lovely!!! I wouldn't mind seeing just a bit more separation between the bird and it's BG - maybe a slight boost in contrast - but it's really nice as presented.

[Roman Kurywczak]

Hi Loukie,
Ver nice pose and BG. May go with a bit of contrast (just on the bird) as Julie recommended but still.......very well composed!

[Loukie Viljoen]

Thank you all for looking & crits, regards Loukie