Gadwall drake in sweet morning light

[Kaustubh Deshpande]

40D. 400 f5.6L at f/7.1. iso 400.

Going through some earlier files. Came across this that I dont think I have posted. All C&C welcome.

[John Guastella]

Love everything about this image, Kaustubh. Nice and low, perfect exposure and detail and a marvelous, multitoned pastel BG. My only criticism would be that the large amount of BG at the top is slightly out of proportion to the relatively small amount of FG at the bottom. This is a minor nit, however, and I can see why you made this framing decision: you probably wanted to keep those sweet colors at the top and avoid too much OOF water at the bottom.

Gorgeous photo!

John

[Melissa Groo]

This is pleasing on every level, Kaustubh. The colors and detail are wonderful. Comp is perfect. Gorgeous subject. What a winning shot.

[Arthur Morris]

Sweet as could be. Sweet bird and sweet light. I disagree 100% with John; I love twice as much room above as below in situations like this; especially considering that beautiful soft BKGR.

[arash_hazeghi]

You have got to the bottom of the low angle duck shots Kaustubh! love it as presented!

[Dave Leroy]

Lovely photo. Proportions are perfect for me.

I really like how the Gadwall is nicely separated from both bg and fg. The nice contrast and detail give it a very nice separation from the soft oof pastels.

Very well done.

Dave

[Ofer Levy]

Beautifully composed image!!!

[Jonathan Ashton]

Beautifully presented, I like the light, the colours and detail. I think the composition is ideal.

[Stu Bowie]

Another great low angle capture from you, and just love the soft light and colours. Great HA too.

[Robert Holguin]

Wonderful shot. Love the low angle and the light. Real nice colors and great detail. Well done.

[Kiran Poonacha]

Cool shot KD, perfect HA here and of course the angle is lovely..