He went that way!!

[Matt Vosniak]

Hello All,

I was walking past a patch of wild blackberries when this guy jumped up in front of me in some later (5:00 pm) afternoon lighting. I did a little pishing to get him to look toward me and he started flapping his wings a little. After processing I thought it looked like he was pointing to something.

Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoy!!

Matt

40D, 300mm + 1.4x converter, 1/800th, f 7.1, ISO 400, tripod.

[Axel Hildebrandt]

He really does look a bit nervous. I like the angle, sharpness and BG and might remove the second catch light.

[Daniel Cadieux]

Neat pose, perch, and BG. I would also remove the second catchlight...preferably the one in the "2 o'clock" position. Looks like the breeding season that is finishing up has taken its toll on this fella (ratty tail)!

[Phil Ertel]

The pose is nice and I love the background. I like the way the birds head and body and body are sharp while the blurred wings provide a sense of motion.

[Juan Carlos Vindas]

Nice BG and head angle. I would crop a little from bottom.

[Harshad Barve]

Nice BG, HA, exposure & sharpness, agreed on catchlight
TFS