Gambel's Quail

Gallery: AvianPosted June 11, 20171,029 views5 comments

Gambel's Quail (Callipepla gambelii)

Place: Phoenix, AZ
Date: April 20, 9:56 am
Equipment: Nikon D7200, AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR @ 500mm, G1325, RRS BH-55
Exposure: ISO 800, Aperture priority spot metered, 1/640th @ f/5.6
Raw, PS CC 2017 on Mac, cropped to 43% of full frame

Another quail shot from our backyard., through the glass of the patio door. I like the relationship between mother and chick, and the way the natural light puts the emphasis on the chick.

Honest critiques requested; all comments appreciated. If possible please view the large version before commenting.

Comments

5 comments

Comment posted by Matt Shellenberg on June 11, 2017 at 6:43 PM

These is really cool, Richard. You have captured a great moment with the hen and chick. As you mention, that small shaft of light on the chick is really special. I am really impressed how much detail is in the hen in such low light.

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Comment posted by Jim DeWitt on June 11, 2017 at 7:15 PM

First, a very cool bird. When I think of how hard I've worked for this species...

Second, very nice use of shadow and light to emphasize the chick. The interaction is good, but the bright chick just draws the eye.

Very good shot.

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on June 11, 2017 at 7:35 PM

This one definitely needs to be viewed large, Richard, the smaller versions just don't do it justice. I love the attitude of the adult quail and you have superb detail in both, despite the radically different lighting. Well done.

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Comment posted by Allen Brooks on June 12, 2017 at 10:22 AM

Definitely needs to be seen large to appreciate. Good detail all around, I like the mother's pose and the "spotlight" on the chick.

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Comment posted by Jim Gavin on June 13, 2017 at 5:54 PM

High cuteness factor. Excellent image especially viewed large.

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