Mallard

Gallery: AvianPosted October 15, 2017991 views5 comments

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)

Gilbert Water Ranch, AZ
Date: September 27, 2017, 8:20 am
Equipment: Nikon D7200, AF-S Nikkor 200-500mm f/5.6E ED VR @ 500mm, Induro CLT303 tripod, RRS BH-55
Exposure: ISO 800, Aperture priority matrix metered, 1/800th @ f/11
Raw, PS CC 2017 on Mac, cropped to 76% of full frame

Something recent, for a change. It is still a bit too hot around Phoenix, but I made a test visit to the Water Ranch a couple weeks ago to see how the season was progressing. It was still too early for wintering species, but I figured this Mallard would at least provide a chance to exercise my gear.

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

Comments

5 comments

Comment posted by David Schoen on October 15, 2017 at 1:25 PM

Good side view with nice lighting. I like the texture on the water. The pose and composition go well together.

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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on October 15, 2017 at 4:15 PM

Well composed and detailed. Good work in pretty harsh light.

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Comment posted by Bill Leggett on October 15, 2017 at 6:32 PM

This is well timed for the preening, Rich. I think you cropped it well for the composition.

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on October 16, 2017 at 2:17 PM

A lovely portrait, Richard. The plumage detail is superb and your dof is perfect. I also like the pose of the duck.

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Comment posted by Kurt Bowman on October 16, 2017 at 10:26 PM

Nice comp and great techs as usual Richard! Nothing to add, just a nice image.

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