During my recent trip to the Kruger National Park, I managed some close ups of this Hornbill.
Canon 50D
100-400 @ 400mm
1/800
F/8.0
ISO 400
Exp Comp +0.33
Hand held
Southern Yellow-billed Hornbill.
During my recent trip to the Kruger National Park, I managed some close ups of this Hornbill.
Canon 50D
100-400 @ 400mm
1/800
F/8.0
ISO 400
Exp Comp +0.33
Hand held
This looks like a studio portrait! seriously!
Probably the best image of a hornbill that I have seen so far at BPN, what am I saying? anywhere!
Lover everything about this image, I am not a big fan of cropping but I believe the image would benefit from a small crop on top. That 100-400 lens rocks!
Stuart,
How close were you?
I agree entirely with the Juan's comments, truly amazing.
Thanks a stack Juan and Ken.Originally Posted by Juan Carlos Vindas
Juan, with regards to a studio shot- deep in the African bush;). The BG is OOF sand.
The reason why I took a portrait shot was that he was sitting on low fence, so the 'perch' wasnt ideal. He was probably 4-5m away. We were at a picnic spot, a designated area to stop off whilst driving through the park - thus the fence.
Stuart that is one heck of a good shot, I am going to the Gambia shortly and hope to get some hornbill shots myself. If I get any as good as this I will be delighted.
Gorgeous portrait Stuart - it almost looks like it was shot in a studio!
Grand shot Bhai.. loved the colorful frame and great details too...
Another excellent image Stuart, sharpness, defenition, light and background spot on. The eye contact and eyelashes amazing.
Thank you all so much for the kind words.
Stuart:
Great colors/textures and details. What a bill.
I might consider a version with just the most subtle lightening of the eye and surrounding face.
Fine work!
Cheers
Randy
Stuart, Beautiful lighting and sharp details. I love this one!:)
Fantastic image, Stuart!
What a cool bird. Superb bg, details and light.
Thanks for sharing this amazing image.
Fantastic image Stuart. Love the details on the bill, very neat. I like Randy's suggestion...
Is this a species that looks for food handouts?
The lighting, details and BG are first class Stuart.
TFS
Bravo, stunning shot.....
Fabulous image bro. A little fill flash would have perhaps enhanced an already wonderful image IMHO. An awesome looking bird indeed.
Excellent details. Love the close up.
Thank you all for the kind words and feedback. Always appreciated.
Stunning close up detail and sharpness Stu. Like the comp and bg. Well done :)
Great sharp detailed image Stuart! One of your best.
Nico, Jim, thanks a stack guys.
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