Bufflehead Smiles for the Camera

[Doug Brown]

This little guy flashed a nice smile at me when I photographed him last winter. I tried to get him to say cheese, but that may have been asking a little too much!



Canon 7D, 600mm + 1.4x, f/7.1, 1/3200, ISO 800, -2/3 EC, hand held

[Joe Senzatimore]

Be happy with what you got. It's magnificent. The colors are outstanding. A lower angle would be nice but I know this is not always possible. Still a stunning image.

[Dan Busby]

What a great job of bringing out that superb iridescence Doug. I also love the dreamy water and amusing expression.

[Fabs Forns]

Hehehe, a smile it is, love the iridescence and the color of the water. Good head angle and catch light.

[Randy Stout]

Doug:

Very nice, with a wonderful display of the iridescence as mentioned. It does look like he is smiling.
Perfect exposure to my eyes.

Might carve a sliver off the top, but very nice as is.

Cheers

Randy

[Keith Carver]

Didn't know that buffleheads smiled, Doug, until now. :D Love this portrait, the iridescence, reflection and contrasting water color. Perfect head angle, catchlight and EXP. TFS!

[Danny J Brown]

Man, Doug, you don't see those colors on any other waterfowl. That is awesome.

DB

[James Salywoda]

Gorgeous Shot! As good as it gets with the beautiful rainbow display in the head feathers. Well Done!