by Jim DeWitt
Olympus E-5, 300mm x 2.0 TC, handheld, prone
f20, 1/320, ISO620
Resting Western Sandpiper. Taken at the 2012 Copper River Shorebird Festival. My first attempt at copying Mia MacPherson's signature "lying in the mud" approach to shorebird photography, and I found it works.
Full frame. Slight adjustment to Levels. Selective sharpening of bird.
C & C, please. Thanks for looking.
Comments
5 commentsWell I haven't tried the "lying in the mud" approach yet, but I would need a shore for that?
Although with all the rain we've had lately in Texas, it's a distinct possibilty
Excellent FF shot Jim, sharp details and the techs look great!
I too am a fan of shooting from a low position, but I can't say that I've often used the "lying in the mud" method. This peep is a beauty, with fine colors and sharpness. The resting but watchful pose is a neat catch as well.
What a beautiful bird Jim. The colors and detail of the whites are wonderful. I also like the low angle of the shot. I like it as is, but wonder if you have room to add to the left side; possibly even moving the subject to the right as it is looking left. I'd be interested to see the difference in composition.
Gorgeous look here, Jim. I especially like the pristine white in this one, seems to enhance the very beautiful other colors on display in the feathers.......
Hi jim
Lying in the mud certainly gave you excellent results. love the fine detail and the excellent colors.
Albert Darmo
Canada