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    Default Red-tailed Hawk Portrait

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    My Tory- captive, of course. I'll be trying my best to capture better, more interesting poses from her.


    Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM on Canon 40D
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    Excellent portrait, really cool sharpness and detail especially on the beak.
    being captive does not change the fact that this is one good looking bird.

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    This is super Amy! I would love to see one even tighter of the head! Awesome colors and sharpness.

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    Amy,

    This is a beautiful portrait. The crop is a bit awkward for me. I'd like to see the entire head if you have it or go super tight like Akos suggested.

    Gosh, every time I see a hawk image I am more convinced they are my favorite kind of bird. Gotta love the intensity of that gaze.

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    Wow I'm super jealous now. Not only a beautifully rendered portrait but also another hobby I hope to have someday (falconry) . I would of also liked to see a little more of the head. Congrats.

    Brian

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    She sure is a beauty Amy and an excellent image of her....

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    What a stunning looking raptor.
    Thanks for sharing it here.
    Eyes and sharpness just melts my mouth.

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    Love the excellent colors, wonderfull light, great exposure, soft BG, detail and species. I would have gone for a wider crop or a tad tighter.
    Congratulaitons.

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    Super portrait captured here Amy, good detail and color. Personally I feel a bit more on the right would have made the comp better...

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    Thank you all for your kind words and input on the composition. Going tighter is the only option I have on this one.

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