Northern Harrier w/repost

Gallery: AvianPosted January 15, 2011282 views31 comments

In Utah shooting with Ron D and Mia for a few days. From a day ago. I like the position of the bird and the BG. Please view the larger version for best detail.

Canon 1DM4
500mm f/4
ISO 1000
f/5.6
1/2000s
Manual exp.
Hand held
approx. 60% of FF
No NR

Comments

31 comments

Comment posted by mark cillo on January 15, 2011 at 11:13 PM

Awesome detail! Beautiful image

Registered on July 27, 2008, 143 Posts, 1483 Comments

Comment posted by Keith Bauer on January 15, 2011 at 11:13 PM

Hi Ron: Looks like fun up there. Very nice sharp image of the Harrier. Nice background to go along with it. This image seems a little bright to me. I'm guessing you could move the black point to the right in a levels adjustment to add a bit more pop to this without compromising any details.

Registered on November 20, 2003, 458 Posts, 4836 Comments

Comment posted by Marc Dubuc on January 15, 2011 at 11:13 PM

Fantastic flight shot! Excellent exposure and BG. I'd like to have a picture like this in my collection.

Registered on January 4, 2011, 59 Posts, 229 Comments

Comment posted by Rob Drummond on January 15, 2011 at 11:22 PM

Thought I recognised the bird and reed bed.

Great detail Ron, that eye really sparkles.

cheers
Rob

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

Comment posted by Dennis Plank on January 15, 2011 at 11:30 PM

Sweet image, Ron. Excellent detail and I always like those backgrounds from down there.

Registered on January 28, 2008, 1767 Posts, 23192 Comments

Comment posted by Richard Ditch on January 15, 2011 at 11:47 PM

Very nice flight shot. I too would go slightly darker.

Registered on November 1, 2003, 1031 Posts, 12705 Comments

Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on January 16, 2011 at 1:37 AM

Have a great time!
Really nice detail here - as usual. The head and eye are especially sharp.
Fine pose, good habitat!
Sandy

Registered on November 24, 2003, 3937 Posts, 12909 Comments

Comment posted by Andy Shepherd on January 16, 2011 at 7:44 AM

Well up to your usual standard, Ron, an image with gorgeous light and full of complimentary colours.

Andy...

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

Comment posted by Charles Gangas on January 16, 2011 at 8:24 AM

Nice flight shot Ron. I like the wing position and excellent detail throughout the image. I agree with the noted nits. Looks like you guys had great fun.

Registered on August 12, 2009, 544 Posts, 2414 Comments

Comment posted by Steve Balke on January 16, 2011 at 8:45 AM

Another beautiful BIF shot from you, Ron. This bird does deserve to "pop" more though. A very small, selective, tweak to exposure might do it alright. However, it's such a nice image I'm reluctant to suggest changes. There may be quite a delicate balance between detail and exposure, particularly for the far wing.

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

Comment posted by Matt Shellenberg on January 16, 2011 at 8:49 AM

Great flight shot Ron. Excellent detail and nice wing position. Very nice lighting. It is just a tad bright on my monitor. As soon as I looked at this one, I knew that background was not from Florida. I hope your getting some good shots in Utah.

Registered on February 6, 2008, 168 Posts, 3118 Comments

Comment posted by Carol Nichols on January 16, 2011 at 8:56 AM

Beautiful wing position on this harrier Ron. The background is perfect for this shot.

Registered on November 7, 2007, 161 Posts, 1420 Comments

Comment posted by Ron Bielefeld on January 16, 2011 at 9:01 AM

Thanks for all the comments. I am post-processing on a different monitor than usual, so that might explain the brightness comments. I reduced the mid-tones just a tad in this repost. It might be tough to see the difference in a 720px image, but the change did make a difference in the larger version I worked on. Better?

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

Comment posted by Matt Shellenberg on January 16, 2011 at 9:06 AM

Your adjustments look great, Ron.

Registered on February 6, 2008, 168 Posts, 3118 Comments

Comment posted by richard remington on January 16, 2011 at 10:04 AM

Ron,

Outstanding shot of a great bird. I love the repost.

Rick

Registered on March 12, 2010, 105 Posts, 368 Comments

Comment posted by Sally King on January 16, 2011 at 10:22 AM

I think the repost is superb. You guys must be sharing great tips on BIF images since you guys are some of the best here. Love the wing position and the great eye. Nicely placed in the frame too.

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

Comment posted by Mauro Pasquero on January 16, 2011 at 11:02 AM

Great action shot, Ron. Congratulations.
Mauro

Registered on January 21, 2010, 650 Posts, 2500 Comments

Comment posted by Danny Laredo on January 16, 2011 at 11:06 AM

Wonderful image Ron.

Registered on March 18, 2008, 71 Posts, 332 Comments

Comment posted by Dan Harbour on January 16, 2011 at 11:34 AM

Beautiful image, Ron. Wonderful detail, and great flight pose. I prefer the repost.

Registered on January 4, 2008, 113 Posts, 2416 Comments

Comment posted by Wayne Willison on January 16, 2011 at 12:26 PM

An image to be proud of, Ron. I rreally like the outstretched wings and that determined look in the eye. The repost makes it even better.

Registered on April 10, 2009, 292 Posts, 3967 Comments

Comment posted by Monica Siri on January 16, 2011 at 1:10 PM

Ron,
wonderful capture. I like the flight pose, the watchful eye and the background color. I look forward to seeing more of your Utah shots.

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

Comment posted by KC Choo on January 16, 2011 at 2:33 PM

Well done! Hope you get the male, too!

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

Comment posted by Ákos Lumnitzer on January 16, 2011 at 10:40 PM

Excellent shot Ron. Period. I am really excited to view this image!

Registered on April 24, 2004, 25 Posts, 510 Comments

Comment posted by Simon Bennett on January 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM

Excellent!!

Registered on February 4, 2007, 350 Posts, 4614 Comments

Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on January 16, 2011 at 10:46 PM

Excellent shot..repost is wonderful! Sharon

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

Comment posted by Lindy Martin on January 16, 2011 at 11:16 PM

Great shot Ron. Glad to see that Ron's pickup worked its magic for you!. wonderful angle and light on the NH. I think I would tone down the brightness a bit. Great bg too. Well done.

Registered on March 10, 2009, 60 Posts, 169 Comments

Comment posted by Eric Diller on January 17, 2011 at 4:38 PM

Nice flight shot Ron! I too find the photo still a bit bright and the white on the tail is a bit hot (imo)

Nothing like your home field monitor!

Love the eye contact in this image

Registered on October 2, 2009, 69 Posts, 434 Comments

Comment posted by Mia McPherson on January 17, 2011 at 6:17 PM

Beautiful pose, background and eye contact Ron, love how the wing positions show the plumage variation of the top and bottom, sharpness & details. Prefer the repost being a little darker. The phrags sure make a beautiful background!

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

Comment posted by Ron Dudley on January 18, 2011 at 7:38 AM

An excellent in flight harrier image Ron. I like the wing position and eye contact and love the OOF phrag background. The problematic white rump isn't blown even in your original, though I do prefer the darker repost. A very strong image IMO. I'm delighted that you're having so much fun with these harriers.

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

Comment posted by Fabrizio Moglia on January 18, 2011 at 4:22 PM

Unbelivable details on this female Harrier, one of my preferred raptors !

Congrats, fabrizio.

Registered on January 18, 2011, 5 Posts, 28 Comments

Comment posted by Angela McCain on January 22, 2011 at 12:27 PM

Very nice. Must have been a wonderful experience. Great sharpness and detail. The repost is great, but the original was top notch already.

Registered on April 19, 2009, 367 Posts, 3589 Comments