Young GBH Portrait

Gallery: AvianPosted October 1, 201043 views9 comments

Caught this young GBH thinking about fishing at a local lake not too long ago. It started grunting at the water as if to scare a fish his way, or out of frustration...pretty comical.

I liked the markings and new plumage coming in as well as the light. Was wondering if I left enough room in this tight frame?

Comments and Critique welcomed and appreciated.
Larger version provided for critique

Nikon D300 w/sigma 50-500 @ 500mm
f/9
1/640
iso 200
EC -0.3
spot metered to get the darker BG
Tripod mounted
90% FF

Comments

9 comments

Comment posted by Mia McPherson on October 1, 2010 at 6:55 PM

Doug,

Since this is a portrait I think you did leave enough room in the frame. I like the open bill, the feeling I get of an impending strike by the heron and the light in the heron's eye. Nice details & sharpness.

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Comment posted by Nate Chappell on October 1, 2010 at 9:19 PM

I think your comp is about perfect for this one Doug, the open beak is what makes this shot for me, well done.

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Comment posted by Angela McCain on October 1, 2010 at 10:10 PM

Very nice as posted. Good sharp detail.

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Comment posted by David Haynes on October 1, 2010 at 10:39 PM

Doug,
I like the comp as is. I wouldn't change anything about it. Nice feather detail. He looks a bit frustrated with his luck. Love the open beak. Nice job.

Registered on February 20, 2010, 110 Posts, 1511 Comments

Comment posted by Gary Gulash on October 2, 2010 at 2:06 AM

Impressive image quality Doug. The slight turn of the head, open beak and stern looking eye gives some insight into his attitude at the time. I do think the portrait could use a little bit more room all around.

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Comment posted by Howard Cheek on October 2, 2010 at 8:42 AM

Razor sharp, fine details Doug. Excellent quality, the dark BG works very well here

Have a great weekend

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Comment posted by Craig Strand on October 2, 2010 at 10:39 AM

I really like this immature capture Doug. Excellent settings and detail.

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Comment posted by Ron Bielefeld on October 2, 2010 at 1:30 PM

For a head shot this is fine with me Doug. Very nice detail and sharpness. Nice light too. Dark BG works for me.

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Comment posted by Steve Balke on October 2, 2010 at 3:39 PM

Stunning detail, Doug. Comp looks great to me.

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