Snowy Owl

[Jody Melanson]

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/2500"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure
Baited
Handheld using Bushhawk
Full frame with a bit of canvas added

I was lying down on the ground in a spot that I cleared snow out of, so I could get as low as possible to get this image.

Sorry I haven't been participating much in the forum, I've been away shooting the Snowies. Just got back....

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Great angle, composition, pose and details. I'm not too crazy about the silos (?) in the BG. Maybe you could make them disappear. :)

[Lana Hays]

Jody
I'd say that you've had a fantastic time if this is any indication. I've looked at this a couple of times....thinking about Axel's comment on the silos. I think the more I see it, the more I like the silos. I like getting a sense of where the owls live.......not to mention the action. All the techs are great. I look forward to seeing more Snowy images.....knowing that someone is getting out to photograph the birds....in nice light.

[Alfred Forns]

Glad to have you back Jody !!!!! Love the image and do like the bg I'm with Lana on this one The low angle really makes it work !!!! Big Congrats !!!!

[Caroline Darmo]

For once I'm going to disagree with Axel;) I think the silos add depth to the image & illustrate quite well the wintering grounds of these birds. Here in Quebec anyway, farmland seems to be where you'll get a good chance to see them. The low angle makes this super sweet.

[Daniel Cadieux]

Wow, very cool!! If anything I think this image could use a very minimal CCW rotation.

[Bryan Erb]

Very nice capture. I like the low angle and the action. Nicely done.

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Hi Jody. A beautiful flight image of the snowy and I agree with Lana too. I feel the silos add a very subtle interest to this image . This would make a superb painting !! Love it as is.

[Manos Papadomanolakis]

Great shot and timing,I agree with Axel for BG!

[Marc Latrémouille]

I'm starting to like this one better than mine.....The blue sky adds alot here Jody.

Killer!!!