Red-Shouldered Hawk in flight

[Rich Williams]

I waited this guy out until he finally took off and to my surprise he didnt fly directly away for once. I fired off about 6 shots and this is my favorite. You can see the others and larger size photos at my web site.
http://www.pbase.com/cre8foru/galleries
Nikon D300 with Sigma f4 100-300mm and 1.4 TC

[Fabs Forns]

Hi Richard,
Nice to get him in flight with the wing beat up. The light angle is not the best and he's a bit tight in the frame. I like the blur in the wingtips and the BG.
Keep them coming.

[Doug Brown]

Good wing position and a distinctive BG. Light seems harsh and the sun angle not ideal. Agree with Fabs about the crop and also about the fact that the bird has already passed you. I would probably run some additional sharpening.

[Linda Robbins]

I like the wings up position and the good view of those powerful feet. The crop is a bit tight. Unfortunately, most of the flaws in this image have to do with the light. The light was harsh and the bird flew through mottled light. The poor sun angle caused overexposed areas on the face and near wing.

[Joe Senzatimore]

Nits mentioned. Needs more room.

[Maxis Gamez]

Could be sharper with a better head angle and eye contact.