Juvenile Bald Eagle

[Melissa Groo]

Canon 5d Mark II
EF 400mm f/5.6L USM
ISO 1000
1/750sec
handheld; no flash
f/5.6

This was taken in early evening, just outside of Trinity, Newfoundland a few weeks ago. I know already the branches are a problem. Would very much appreciate all suggestions. Thank you!

[Troy Lim]

Melissa, I think the WB may be a bit off here...seem a bit cold overall...
maybe try warming up a bit?

[Melissa Groo]

Is this better, Troy?

[Troy Lim]

Yes, I like better...probably can even go warmer a bit more....

[Melissa Groo]

and again....
Thanks Troy.

[Troy Lim]

I hope this help. I spent a few mins, cloning the BG, did the white and black points and adjust the contrast and brightness...it was a quick job...I think this shot is worth the time to touch up...
Here it is, hope you don't mind.

[Scott Frye]

Bird is sharp and interesting but the background is too splotchy for my tastes

[Arthur Morris]

I love the BKGR. You need to try warming up only the bird as the BKGR keeps getting yellower and yellower.... Back to the image. A nice basic COMP that could use a bit more below. The tree could use a few less scraggly branches :) The head turn is just a tad short of perfect.

[Alan Murphy]

With the Bg in sun and the bird in shade you will get different white balances. Select the Bg and either cool it, or select the bird and perch and warm it. It's a great shot.

[Melissa Groo]

Thanks a lot Troy, I think that definitely looks better.

[Melissa Groo]

Thanks Alan! Will do.