Back-lit Barred Owl

[Rick Dobson]

Taken as the owl was changing perches.
MKIV, 400 f/5.6.

[Randy Stout]

Rick

I like the composition, and sharpness. The MK IV did well in this challenging lighting condition.
I would be tempted to try a slightly lighter version, even if some of the highlights will go hot, just to see how the feel changes.

As presented, does give a sense of mystery, and probably is very realistic as to how we normally see these guys in the wild.

Cheers

Randy

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the wing position and upward flying pose. I think it works as presented but am wondering what it would look like with exposure raised. Please post the techs, it's particularly interesting for an image like this.

[Peter Farrell]

Awsome shot. I like the highlights arounf the wings but also wonder about a lighter version.

[Rick Dobson]

I increased the exposure by .50 on the tiff file in CS4.
f/8 at 1/1250, ISO 400, spot meter

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the repost even better and would only remove the blueish cast on the head. I usually use evaluative metering, which works quite well.