Project Feathers: Short-billed Dowitcher

[AlvanBuckley]

This picture was taken in May of this year near downtown Toronto.

I decided to take a tight crop of the flanks, tertials, primaries and tail mainly because I liked the detail of the flank and tertial feathers and the contrast between those two groups of feathers.
Hope you like it!

ISO 500
0 ev
f/5.6
SS 1/640
Nikon D300s + VR 80-400 @ 400mm
no flash

I believe the sub-species of this bird is 'Griseus', in case that interests anyone!

C&C always appreciated!
thanks in advance
-Alvan Buckley

Also, a side note. How do I make my profile picture appear next to my name in these threads!? I can't seem to find out how to do this!!

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the idea, soft light and patterns. I would sharpen the plumage more and run NR on the BG.

As for the avatar, go to the settings, on the left side are the options you were looking for.

[Fabs Forns]

Great idea and thanks for participating in the project. Agree with Axel's suggestions and thanks for sharing it!
It looks very good as your avatar :)

[AlvanBuckley]

thanks for your advice. The photo is actually a little out of focus (the focal point is on the head) so that might explain the lack of sharpness.
thanks for the info Axel, I had no idea it was called an Avatar!!