Spent this morning working up some of this years images, albeit with quite a big back-log- 6 months (It's wonderful what impetus a wiff of cash can stimulate ) and, well, I kinda liked this guy.
Taken in Scotland with DK last winter on what appears to be a very fruitful trip even thought the light wasn't at all kind to us during the 4 days we were there. It just goes to show it's better being there - than not.
I love the way the white tail feathers reflect of the surrounding black ones - that's diffuse light for you.
300mm/Tpod
125'/F4/400asa
Levels, a tad of H&S to get the deatil in the tail back, USM
Posted by Rob Ashton on October 28, 2006 at 4:17 PM
I'm trying to plan a trip north for this species and the Capercaillie in 2007. These shots that you and others here have produced have been a main inspiration. Thanks for sharing.
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8 repliesTaken in Scotland with DK last winter on what appears to be a very fruitful trip even thought the light wasn't at all kind to us during the 4 days we were there. It just goes to show it's better being there - than not.
I love the way the white tail feathers reflect of the surrounding black ones - that's diffuse light for you.
300mm/Tpod
125'/F4/400asa
Levels, a tad of H&S to get the deatil in the tail back, USM
Rob
I agree with Rob, you have both brought back some inspiring images from your trip, excellent stuff.
Best wishes
Phil
It looks like the bird was putting on a show(by the shape of the wings)......was he ?.
Recognise that 'powder puff' - great classic pose and nicely exposed!
David
a very nice shot of a beautiful bird
John
Aberdeen
Great shooting.
Michael S