My first attempt at a set up.
It sounded so simple when I was reading about it :)
When one finally took mercy and landed on my perch for a second the beautiful light had already gone and light was pretty low.
Canon 50D + 300 f2.8 + 2xTC
Manual, 1/400, f7.1, Flash -2/3 ev, iso 200
+0.5 ev in DPP.
Lesson learnt:
- Get a less crowded perch, preferrably with flowers that aren't wilted.
- Find a better way to attract them to the perch than just putting seeds out for them.
I see a lot of great "set up" pics on this forum. Any tips will be appreciated.
EDIT: I wrote house finch, but I'm not sure what this is. An American Tree Sparrow?
Last edited by Sidharth Kodikal; 04-09-2010 at 12:48 AM.
Well done Sidharth, I've had no luck so far with set up shots. My birds are laughing at me, but I keep trying. Even with the issues you have already noted, the photo is still a pleasure to view.
Nothing wrong with bringing birds in with seed if it works. A tighter crop will give you a less crowded perch effect. Picking a perch with bright yellow flowers can be an exposure challenge. You did well with that. I like the BG and the look back pose.
Thanks for all the feedback. I am definitely going to try more set-ups.
Alan, when I grow up I will hopefully get to take one of your workshops :) A big fan of your work!
Overall pretty nice. Perfect head turn for this back view. In a controlled setting such as setups you could try to find a more even BG - not necessarily completely even, but less of a pronounced mottled pattern as what you have here. Still, well done on your first setup attempt!
Thanks, Daniel.
I completely agree about the bg. When the light was good, the background appeared much nicer in my test shots. I will adjust the next time.
I have been in awe of the images you've produced with your set ups.
A little speaker is on my shopping list for the weekend after reading your excellent write up on using audio to attract birds.
house finch
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