Wood Storks

[Michael Pancier]

Shot at the Alligator Farm last May

40d+500 4.0L
1/1000 @ f/4.5
+ 2/3
ISO 400
580ex II w/bb

cropped to vertical. cloned out greenery and twig.
boosted exposure and contrast
converted to B&W in Nik Color Efx Pro 3.0
used Nik Viveza to bring out details in the eye area

[Gus Cobos]

Hey Michael,
I like this very much...its simple, elegant and bold at the same time I like the ruffled feathers and the eyes...congrats...:cool: The vertical works well with these two big guys...:D

[Julie Kenward]

I can totally see this framed and hanging on a wall. It's luscious, Michael. Great use of post processing to really bring out the wow factor on these birds!

[Oscar Zangroniz]

Congrats Michael, excellent effects. Totally agree with Julie regarding having it framed and showcased.
Regards,

[Alfred Forns]

Great going Mike !!! Can't imagine better birds for the conversion ..... they are naturals !!!! :)