American Wigeon

Gallery: AvianPosted January 19, 2012229 views24 comments

Another wigeon from a few weeks ago. Had a great late evening with these ducks, but can't seem to replicate the situation. The birds will be around until March, so I hope to get a least one more chance.

Please view larger version for max details.

Canon 1DM4
500mm f/4 + 1.4x TC
ISO 800
1/2500s
f/7.1
Manual exp.
Hand held
71% of FF
Bit of NR on BG

Comments

24 comments

Comment posted by Charles Gangas on January 19, 2012 at 5:30 PM

Wow-talk about a flare, terrific flight shot Ron! Wonderful light and great detail-one of your 'usual' stellar images.

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Comment posted by Mike Milicia on January 19, 2012 at 5:31 PM

Excellent detail, great pose and BG! Nicely done!

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Comment posted by Robert Bunch on January 19, 2012 at 5:34 PM

Nice incoming duck shot.You have good wing position sharpness and detail in this shot and the light is nice. I also like the BG and how the green shine around the eyes shows up well. Nicely done.

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Comment posted by Ron Dudley on January 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

Super. Flight posture, background and detail couldn't be much better. Comp is perfect for my tastes.

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Comment posted by Verdon on January 19, 2012 at 5:44 PM

great shot, detail and pose are stunning ......sweet larger version!

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Comment posted by dan elster on January 19, 2012 at 6:04 PM

Great everything. I like the two toned color background.

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Comment posted by John Robinson on January 19, 2012 at 6:22 PM

Beat that !! Absolutely spot on in my opinion.
Great work.
JR

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Comment posted by Howard Cheek on January 19, 2012 at 6:28 PM

Interesting light on the bird, cool pose Ron.
Your techs look about flawless.. I especially like the way the birds stands out, and the BG is very nice.

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Comment posted by Luke Ormand on January 19, 2012 at 8:26 PM

Full extension, nice background great colors and the waterdrop adds a lot. Kudos

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Comment posted by Jim Hackley on January 19, 2012 at 8:40 PM

Just an excellent flight shot all the way around Ron, very nice detail, flight pose and background colors, the larger image was a pleasure to view, well done.

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Comment posted by Charlie VanTassel on January 19, 2012 at 9:24 PM

Awesome flight shot. Ron. You're getting pretty good at this. The detail is incredible.

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Comment posted by Harry Harris on January 19, 2012 at 9:36 PM

Ron B, stunning in flight image. The sharpness and exposure would be great for a Wigeon in the water let alone in flight. Great job.

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Comment posted by Brian Gatlin on January 19, 2012 at 10:07 PM

superb, Ron. razor sharp in great light. pose, comp, and bg are all top-notch.

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Comment posted by Angela McCain on January 19, 2012 at 10:34 PM

A lovely image. That pop of iridescence on the head is a perfect match to the background greenery. Great detail in the bird and the water droplets really add a lot.

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Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on January 20, 2012 at 12:19 AM

Great light, pose, and BG - beautiful!
Sandy

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Comment posted by Richard Ditch on January 20, 2012 at 12:27 AM

Excellent. I just don't know how you manage to do this so consistently. But I suspect it has a lot to do with skill, experience, field time, and patience.

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Comment posted by Luca Mussato on January 20, 2012 at 3:07 PM

this gets three wows.

Luca

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Comment posted by May Haga on January 20, 2012 at 6:14 PM

Excellent action set in a very nice background.
May

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Comment posted by John Launstein on January 20, 2012 at 9:22 PM

Oh my goodness, Ron! I'm noticing your name consistently showing up under wow-factor bif images. This is, simply, exquisite. Wonderful job in the field and in processing. Compelling composition as well. The inclusion of the OOF water in the background makes this even more interesting and beautiful.

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Comment posted by Ken Archer on January 21, 2012 at 5:35 AM

Killer shot Ron!!! Great body and wing position, great background too. Excellent exposure work on this guy.

Ken Archer

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Comment posted by Barbara Graham on January 21, 2012 at 10:14 AM

Beautiful light and colors, detail and pose.

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on January 21, 2012 at 11:23 AM

Hi Ron

The larger version is a must to see the remarkable color, detail, light, and fine feathers

Albert Darmo
Canada

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Comment posted by Jagdeep Rajput on January 22, 2012 at 3:33 AM

Perfect in every way !
Jagdeep Rajput

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Comment posted by David Haynes on January 22, 2012 at 11:10 PM

Dang Ron,
I can see why you'd want to replicate this. What a shot. I love the out of control look that is typical of a duck about to land. The background colors add a lot to the image. Good detail and sharpness.You still a few weeks left to get some more. Good luck.

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