Scrub Jay, Leucistic 2
Greetings. Got another chance at this leucistic scrub jay who has been in our neighborhood. Attracted to nearby feeder.
D3 300f/2.8 + TC20EIII (600mm) f/5.6 1/2000 IS01600 (0EV) Matrix (center weighted) HH
Subject underexposed about a stop due to backlighting, though some bounce light off of light colored house (see catch light)
Lab mode curves for toning, selective on subject, Topaz Detail & Denoise, smart sharpening, cropped (75% remaining)
Thanks for looking.
Cheers,
-Michael-
Last edited by Michael Gerald-Yamasaki; 01-09-2012 at 01:59 PM. Reason: added info
Hi Michael, I don't read the bird as underexposed at all. I think the exposure is just fine, as I don't really like to see even 95% whites... This is a really interesting subject and I appreciate your sharing of a rare find. I would maybe add a few pixels of white highlight in the eye, just to add some interest. Of course I have to mention the tail, would be nice to have it all.
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Kerry,
Greetings. What I meant by "Lab mode curves for toning, selective on subject" was that I lifted the subject from it's underexposed state. Sorry for the limited info. Thanks for the comments... good to have you're "eyes" back in the game.
Cheers,
-Michael-
Hello Michael,
Very nice capture. I like the bright background, as it brings the bird out. I find the leaves - one close to the left edge and one close to the bottom edge, and the little bud on the branch right next to the two leaves a little distracting. I like the pose - looks very curious. nice whites on the bird.
Michael,
I like the profile shot, nice and close. I have developed a liking for closeup shots of various birds. I am always looking for something different and original. Good job on the ISO, now you are leveraging that Nikon kit - well done.
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