Avocet Portrait

[Nagesh Mula]

This Avocet came very near to us and gave one of the Best shots.
We are not sure though whether to extend the canvas a little bit to the left.
C&C Welcome.....
EOS 30D, f/6.3 @ 1/1600, ISO 200

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the crop, details, light and BG and would remove one of the catchlights and the sheen on the bill. Keep them coming!

[Daniel Cadieux]

Nice! Great view of the bill...all the way to the delicate tip. In addition to Axel's points I would explore lightening the iris a bit.

[Mark Schmitt]

Agree with the 1st two comments. Good resolution and colour density. I'd add that I might extend canvas on top a little. Good image. :-)

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Stunning portrait of one of my favorite birds. I agree about the catchlight on the beak. Fine work with excellent exposure and detail Nagesh. thanks for sharing.

[Ramon M. Casares]

Love it! Great portrait! Light and color as harpness are all great! I agree with Axel's suggestions, but still a terrific shot! Congratulaitons!

[Linda Robbins]

Absolutely beautiful portrait, and I think the framing is just right. Remove the second eye catchlight and the bill sheen and print it!

[Maxis Gamez]

KILLER!!! This is one of my "target" subjects this season.

Excellent details, exposure and composition. Colors are wonderful as well!

Excellent work!