Looking into the light

[Dave Courtenay]

A bird that is at the top of my wanted list but have never managed to get enough time or a clear sighting, Now there are 3 of these guys not far from where i live in some small reed beds-today i was at the lake at first light and waited for them to come over-over the next 3 hours i had them within feet of me but never a clear sighting and ended up with 2 chances-this one where he just popped his head into the light and a clearer full body shot-i liked this one for some reason

Canon 1D3 500F4

[Blake Shadle]

Hi, Dave. I really like the mood in this image, it really emphasizes that the bird is hiding. For me personally, I'd like to see a tighter crop so that it would be easier to focus on your subject.

[Fabs Forns]

Impressive way to show this, I like as presented, maybe a little off the bottom, but then we'd loose the balance in the branches. Very much out of the box. Congratulations!

[Alfred Forns]

Fully agree on the tighter crop and would also suggest to remove the shadow This is what I had in mind I like it a lot !!!

[Jody Melanson]

What kind of bird is it?

[Steve Ashton]

I love this image. I grew up close to a reserve full of these beauties and the got me interested in birding. This is how I remember them.

I think the first image is strongest and the shadow just adds to the feeling of the birds habitat. This can go on my wall anytime. Thanks for some memories.

[James Shadle]

My 2 cents worth.

I like this crop. However, I feel a little looser crop would work even better.
It should be obvious that we like this image,otherwise we would not be picking at it.:)

I really like the way you used the DOF to make your subject pop.

[Dave Courtenay]

Sorry should have put that its a bearded tit

[Martin Dyer]

Well seen and captured Dave.

Like the way the small area of focus stands out from the environment.

Not keen on the reposted crops - loses the sense of place and environment

Martin