Just returned from a trip to Niagara Falls in search of the Peregrines that reside there but never laid eyes on them in spite of countless hours scanning the skies and cliffs.
Until Sunday I had never seen a Hummingbird in the wild. I picked up a feeder on the way back to my moms just to see if I could get lucky and lure one in. Within minutes this female came to feed. I had no idea they were so fast and had no idea what I was doing as I usually photograph large raptors,waders and sports.
I know this image doesn't compare to the Hummingbird photos posted here I have been in awe of but was happy with my initial effort in spite of the over exposed breast. I do like the spider web that is affixed to her beak that she uses to build the nest and elected to leave the little lichen that is falling.
Removed a portion of the feeder LLC
MKIII, EF500@1.4x, I/1000, f/6.3, ISO 1000, EC+2/3, tripod and wimberly head.
Aren't they great! I have had many happy hours imaging these little guys.
I think this is a good start! Good position, feet out, spiderweb,HA. You mentioned the exposure.
With the feet out to land, people might wonder where is the perch, but I think cloning out the feeder was the best compromise. There is a little noise creeping into the darker areas of the BG.
Thanks for sharing. soon you will have feeders all over!
Congrats on your first Mike. I like the landing posture, with the extended feet. Your own nit covered, and the spider web in the beak adds to the image. Well captured.
My first Hummer
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