Skimmer in Evening Light

[Sinh Nhut Nguyen]

I met Doug Brown today at Bolsa Chica, CA. I'd like to thank him for showing me some of his manual exposure tips.

On the image:

I wish some of the tail feathers weren't missing, and his head was facing me.

Thank you for viewing and comment

Canon 40D & 400 f/5.6L, 1/2500, f/8, ISO 500.

Nate,

[Doug Brown]

It was a great afternoon at Bolsa Nate! Your self-critique is spot-on. Exposure and sharpness are excellent. I would consider a vertical crop with a bit more canvas on both the top and the bottom of the frame. Keep up the good work!

[Daniel Cadieux]

I agree with Doug's comp recommendations. Excellent banking pose, and the exposure and colours look great.

[Stu Bowie]

Doug and Dan pretty much covered the comp. Good exposure, and love the angle of flight.

[EdNguyen]

Awesome shot! I agree with Doug regarding the vertical crop. Thanks for sharing.

[Axel Hildebrandt]

Great light, sharpness and eye contact. Another vote for a vertical crop and more room top and bottom. I'm afraid the BG at the top looks different than the rest, though.