Classic Spoonie

[Nancy A Elwood]

I was going through my images from this past winter season and found this one to post process. I like the simplicity and environment. Taken with the D300 and Nikon 500 f/4, f/7.1, iso 640, 1/1600, attached to the Quick Action Harness. All C&C welcomed:).

[Randy Stout]

Nancy:
I like the composition too. Some loss of detail in certain areas of the whites. Might consider running recovery in ACR for whites,and reduce the overall exposure by 1/3 of a stop.
I would be tempted to keep the reeds around the feet, but clean up the ones under the bill.

Very peaceful.

Cheers

Randy

[Grace Scalzo]

Nice image, Nancy, I like the vibrant colors. I do find the blue lines in the water a bit distracting as there is no clue in the image as to their cause.

[Stu Bowie]

I like the pose and colours Nancy, and agree with Randy on bringing some more detail in the whites. Comp works well, and I actually like the darker lines on the water, they break up the surface nicely.

[Joe Senzatimore]

Love the composition and the included elements of environment. The contrast between the blue and pink is outstanding and makes this a strong image.

[Phil Ertel]

Hi Nancy, I like the overall composition. I like the placement of the bird in frame and I think the reflection is strong enough to be a plus. I agree with other that the green reeds around birds leg are appealing. It might worth the effort to try Randy's suggestions as a bit more detail in the whites would make this stronger in my opinion. The contrasting blue and reds really pop. Nicely done!

[Fabs Forns]

Very nice reflection and environment, another vote for keeping the reeds around the feet but evicting the others. Colors are superb although taming the whites a bit would be a positive.