Sunset Roost

[susanschermer]

Viera sunset Friday night. I'm wondering if this works for anyone. It kind of strikes me as a little bit off-reality as flash is rather obvious.
1D Mark3, 500mm f/4, ISO 800, f/7, 1/250. Flash at EC+1 2/3
PP: eyes totally reworked to eliminate flash reflection.
Viveza brightness adjustment on roost, not sky
Very little adjustment to sky.

[Glenda Simmons]

I really like it, especially the background color. It's a nice behavior shot. To me, it looks like the Ibis have landed atop a huge pineapple that they are contemplating how to devour! lol

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the composition and BG. It does look a bit overflashed and I might clone out the droppings.

[Maxis Gamez]

Hi Susan,

Good habitat in this image. Flash works for me because after all is the main source of light hitting your subjects. You did well keeping the BG well exposed. Overall this is a keeper IMO.

Keep up the good work!

Thanks.

[Rene Quenneville]

I like the overall picture. Nicely done and unusual composition.
There seem to be a few dust spots in the upper right corner and middle left.

[Ramon M. Casares]

I agree with Maxis, light is very good IMO too, I only would've loved to have a bit more room all arround. Congratulaitons!