The Bluebird is one of the earliest returning songbirds up here in Minnesota. It was nice being able to get her on Bristlecone with the snowfall recently.
Nikon D300 ~ Nikkor 300mm F/2.8 ~ Nikon 1.4x TC
ISO 400 ~ F/8 ~ 1/640 sec ~ +1 ~ fill flash
Bluebird and snowscapes
The Bluebird is one of the earliest returning songbirds up here in Minnesota. It was nice being able to get her on Bristlecone with the snowfall recently.
Nikon D300 ~ Nikkor 300mm F/2.8 ~ Nikon 1.4x TC
ISO 400 ~ F/8 ~ 1/640 sec ~ +1 ~ fill flash
Very cool, not your typical bluebird setting. The snow and soft light make this one special.
This series of yours is a delight. Your composition in this image is unique, and so perfectly displays your beautiful subject on an interesting perch. The gradient bg matches her perfectly and the falling snow tops it off. I do feel as if I would like a small (!) trim from the right side. These would make lovely prints, Mike.
Hi Mike:
You have created a special picture here, with a gentle feel to it. The lighting is nice and soft. Love the colors and the detail. The snow on the Bristlecone and in the air is a huge plus. It all comes together to nicely for what I see as a winner!
Lovely pose from the little guy Mike, and I like the pastel colours in this. It is obvious that you wanted to include the whole plant which then puts the subject central, but its balanced nicely. Great capture.
POstcard material, it is really precious and the snow a big plus. Congratulations!
Nice looking image you have here, Mike. I like the comp, details, and color. The snow sends it over the top.
Love the images with snow, they are special and this one is no exception, the comp is interesting, and as the bird is looking inside the frame I like it, the pose, light, detail, BG, colors and mood are great. Congratulations!
Love this one Mike. Wonderful composition and the falling snow puts it over the top for me. Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
This is a delightful image, the contrast of spring and snow are a pleasure to view and the falling snow is a wonderful element
What an awsome setting for a BB.. series is just great Mike !
Lou
You couldn't ask for a better perch and pose! I like the sense of motion in the snowflakes. I might clone out the horizontal pine needle at the bottom of the frame.
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Good eye, Doug!! I agree and thank you!! :)Originally Posted by Doug Brown
Beautiful image Mike, I really think the motion in the falling snow makes this great image special
George
Very appealing image Mike indeed. Soft light has been mentioned. I love the flakes of snow too. Is this a female? Sorry, I am not familiar with your northern birdies. :)
Hello Akos,
Yes, this is the female Eastern Bluebird. The male is much deeper blue and vibrant in color.
Hi Mike, I agree with Lou, the perch (with snow on it) and lighting make is so stunning. Super.
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