White-winged Dove

Gallery: AvianPosted October 2, 2010109 views18 comments

White-winged Dove (Zenaida asiatica)

Place: Water Ranch, Gilbert, AZ, USA
Date: September 8, 2010
Equipment: Nikon D200, Nikkor AF-S 300/2.8 & TC20E (2x), G1325, RRS BH-55, Sidekick
Exposure: ISO 400, Aperture priority matrix metered, 1/80th @ f/5.6
Raw, PS CS3 on Mac G4, modest crop

We're still pushing 107 degrees here in Phoenix, so I hav en't beden out much and haven't got much new stuff to post. This White-winged Dove was one of few subjects when I braved the heat a month ago. This natural perch is a favorite resting place for white-wings, mourning, and more rfecently for Eurasian Collared Doves.

Not very exciting, and I too wish the bright area by the tail wasn't there.

As always: honest critiques requested; all comments appreciated. Larger image provided as always.

Comments

18 comments

Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on October 2, 2010 at 7:00 PM

99%, Richard. The bright OOF isn't objectionable, except it unfortunately joins with the light part of the subject's tail, and becomes an eye puller. Still it is an excellent image in all other respects.

Registered on July 24, 2006, 2741 Posts, 12349 Comments

Comment posted by Rob Drummond on October 2, 2010 at 9:07 PM

Nice detail and even lighting Richard
"not very exciting" - don't forget about half the posters do not live in the USA; we'd love to see one.

cheers
Rob

Registered on November 8, 2003, 617 Posts, 8267 Comments

Comment posted by Steve Balke on October 2, 2010 at 9:10 PM

Interesting and impressive detail for almost the whole bird, including the feet, Richard. That bright area doesn't bother me. We can see other areas almost as bright in the background. So, it looks natural.

Registered on June 18, 2009, 229 Posts, 2915 Comments

Comment posted by Gary Gulash on October 2, 2010 at 10:21 PM

I really didn't notice the lighter area by the tail, but I realize the issue now that you point it out. I hear doves around here once in a while but only have a few crummy photos. You have a wonderful relaxed pose here Richard and it came out very sharp. The subtle tones and textures on the dove are wonderful, I would be happy to have this in my files!

Registered on January 28, 2005, 879 Posts, 12098 Comments

Comment posted by KC Choo on October 2, 2010 at 10:36 PM

Nice shot! I see them at Anza Borrego.

Registered on November 15, 2004, 519 Posts, 8278 Comments

Comment posted by David Haynes on October 3, 2010 at 12:16 AM

Richard,
This is really a very nice image. The soft white spot does not bother me in the least. Nice relaxed pose and soft muted colors. The background sets it off ncely. The DOF looks solid from head to tail. Don't be too hard on yourself Richard. This is a nice image of a beatiful bird.

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

Comment posted by Chris Ross on October 3, 2010 at 4:23 AM

Nice work Richard, good pose and BG, the pale area is not too much of an issue as the brightness is quite low

Registered on November 1, 2003, 403 Posts, 2729 Comments

Comment posted by Monica Siri on October 3, 2010 at 5:21 AM

Richard,
I really like this ruffled Dove. Great detail and background. The bright area doesn't bother me.
I've enjoyed to seeing it.

Registered on September 20, 2009, 132 Posts, 3764 Comments

Comment posted by Andy Shepherd on October 3, 2010 at 7:48 AM

Hi Richard,

For me the white patch isn't that much of an issue, admittedly, the shot would be improved if it wasn't there but it's no big deal. As for the rest of the image, it's well exposed with very good detail, sharpness and a BG most would very pleased with. So on a whole no major nits from me and it's a very nice image.

Andy...

Registered on September 24, 2006, 123 Posts, 1254 Comments

Comment posted by Mia McPherson on October 3, 2010 at 9:45 AM

Rich,

The light spot near the tail doesn't dampen the appeal of this image for me one iota. Love the relaxedpose, I can tell this dove was okay with your presence. Lovely natural colors, comp, details and sharpness. It's great how the white of the wings shows so well too.

Registered on June 25, 2007, 491 Posts, 12566 Comments

Comment posted by Ron Bielefeld on October 3, 2010 at 9:52 AM

Rich, I love this species. We have a few around where I live that mingle with mourning doves. I would love to get some shots of this species. This is a great image with your trademark detail. BG is fine with me. Well done.

Registered on December 6, 2008, 360 Posts, 7132 Comments

Comment posted by Dan Moore on October 3, 2010 at 11:09 AM

Nice shot! A good call for more shots of this under-posted bird!!!

Dan

Registered on February 11, 2010, 143 Posts, 1248 Comments

Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on October 3, 2010 at 11:47 AM

Agree with the rest of the comments...a nice solid pic of this dove! Sharon

Registered on November 1, 2003, 392 Posts, 4810 Comments

Comment posted by Sally King on October 3, 2010 at 3:06 PM

I love the fluffed chest feathers and those big pink feet. The details and subtle lighting are excellent. 107 still? It must be going to cool off soon.

Registered on December 2, 2008, 416 Posts, 4450 Comments

Comment posted by Terry Sohl on October 3, 2010 at 5:00 PM

Very nice detail in the bird, and good background. Agreed it would be ideal without the OOF blob.

Registered on November 1, 2003, 513 Posts, 6889 Comments

Comment posted by Ron Dudley on October 3, 2010 at 7:45 PM

Don't think I'd even have noticed the "bright area" if you hadn't mentioned it Rich - at least not in a negative way. Great sharpness and detail, I like the relaxed pose and the IQ is superb.

Registered on March 30, 2007, 437 Posts, 10915 Comments

Comment posted by Nate Chappell on October 4, 2010 at 3:22 PM

I like the ruffled pose of this one Richard, the brighter area by the tail doesn't bother me.

Registered on February 1, 2006, 1158 Posts, 19528 Comments

Comment posted by Howard Cheek on May 19, 2011 at 9:24 PM

Technically excellent Richard, great BG and classic perched pose..
This one looks like its been around awhile..I read the other day that they can live 10-15 years in the wild.

Registered on July 24, 2008, 1201 Posts, 10758 Comments