A plain and honest gadwall

[Jack Breakfast]

Hi there! Here is a gadwall, taken recently with the Canon 7D and 70-300L at 300mm. iso400, 1/800, f8. A nice duck indeed! I'd be delighted to hear from you with comments and ideas and suggestions. I shaved about 25% away from the original, adjusted levels, USM. If this picture puts you to sleep, know that I'm sorry already. Excited to hear from you!

[Stu Bowie]

Hi Jack, a good clean image here, and I like the light. You have brought out the fine plumage detail very well, with sharpness spot on. The dripping droplets add interest, and if anything, I would take at least half off the bottom.

[arash_hazeghi]

this is very nice, good light and nice details. I like the water drops. good suggestion by Stu regarding a tighter crop in the bottom. You may also want to eliminate the 2nd catchlight

[gail bisson]

Hi Jack,
I agree with Stu and Arash's suggestion. Nice simple and clean image. I like it!
Gail

[Jack Breakfast]

Thanks folks. Here at my local pond, shots like these are a dollar-a-dozen. Adjusted for inflation; it's about time! In agreement RE bottom cropping. Your comments are more than appreciated, gentle birdstealers

[Jim Crosswell]

I like the lighting, details, water drops and sharpness. Good suggestions above. Well done Jack!

[Jack Breakfast]

Great eyes on Arash...2nd catchlight...I hadn't noticed but now I do and must be rid of it. Many thanks!

[Robert Holguin]

Very nice shot. I really like the soft light, great pose, and great details.
Well done.

[Ryan Schain]

Agree with the suggestions re: crop and catch light, and only wish for a lower angle.

[Jack Breakfast]

Many thanks, folks, really and truly. As for Ryan, I'll say this: I was lying down! For the first time! Low as possible to the bird. There was still a drop-off but there you have it! Ah, the angle police, always on my case...

[Cheryl Arena Molennor]

Beautiful jack. great colors and detail. Love the drop too.