Willet

Gallery: AvianPosted April 24, 201194 views9 comments

From this morning, this bird cooperated for loads of images, but most of the time in rather frothy water conditions. This is the only time the bird got in calm water and decided to stand still for a few moments. Larger image provided.

Olympus E-3 ZD300 F2.8 +EC20 Wimberley I, ISO400 1/1250 f5.7 0.0EV, cropped to 4x5 format from 4/3rds original

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9 comments

Comment posted by Richard Ditch on April 24, 2011 at 1:55 PM

Nice detail and exposure; good position for the Willet.

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Comment posted by Craig Strand on April 24, 2011 at 2:26 PM

A wonderful pose and exposure, love the plumage detail... nicely done!

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Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on April 24, 2011 at 3:30 PM

Nice calming image with a wonderful pose to get a nice look at the plumage. Sharon

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Comment posted by Ron Bielefeld on April 24, 2011 at 4:52 PM

A nice environment for this shot Bill. I like the look back too. Bird looks nice and sharp. Kind of wish the mud area was not not there and it was all water, but it is very nice as posted.

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Comment posted by Mia McPherson on April 24, 2011 at 5:20 PM

A very serene feel to this photo Bill, the willet's pose is great and I love the calm water. Nice soft light, details and sharpness.

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Comment posted by Nate Chappell on April 24, 2011 at 6:04 PM

Nice details, lighting and exposure here Bill. I like the comp but I do wish there was a bit more separation between the bird and the muddy shore.

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Comment posted by Wayne Willison on April 24, 2011 at 6:08 PM

The long bill accentuates the head turn making for a very interesting pose. It's fine as is, but I'll echo the comment on the bit too close muddy area. Easily changed and might be worth it. But then there's enough detail in the subject that it stands out nicely.

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Comment posted by Rob Drummond on April 24, 2011 at 8:21 PM

Nice even light and detail Bill

cheers
Rob

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Comment posted by Richard Teller on April 24, 2011 at 9:48 PM

The light in this image is really sweet. The comp., dof and focus are very good. Very nice mood to this pic.

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