Posted by Ian McGuire on January 10, 2007 at 9:28 AM
Well, this is my second submission on this subject and I've got the father-in-law to do the PS processing this time as I've been a bit busy! As mentioned before, this picture was taken in 2003 in W. Scotland and for me was probably a once in a lifetime opportunity.
The picture has been cropped slightly and weighted towards the left of the frame. I hope you enjoy this one. I have one last shot if you want to see it!
That's a great pose. Not seen one like that before.
IF ONLY THE BIRDS WERE ORIENTED TOWARDS YOU!
Regards
More please.
Posted by Vincent Jones on January 10, 2007 at 3:43 PM
Personally I think this is an awesome shot, to me this simply highlights the fascination I think we all have in wildlife, 20/10 Ian for getting the opportunity to capture this moment.
Sort of brings a big smile
Vince
Posted by Rob Howard on January 10, 2007 at 5:17 PM
Hi Ian,
This and your previous shot are things people rarely see, let alone record an image of, so well done.
This is a unique shot and the processing is a lot better than your first image. Phil Shaw did post his complete processing workflow a while ago, but I can't find it in a search so it's maybe longer ago than I thought, although I do have it printed off somewhere in a box, when I find it I'll scan it and email it off to you ( as long as there is no copyright Phil )
Once again cracking image
Regards
Rob
Posted by Ian McGuire on January 10, 2007 at 5:47 PM
Thanks Rob and I appreciate your offer - that would be great if you can find it.
Vince, I actually show the sequence of this experience at the end of my bird of prey talks because, as you say, it is why we all love wildlife and wildlife photography and it illustrates the wonderful relationships that some species have with each other.
I hate to admit it, but I actually only spent 30 minutes with these birds and then went off to catch the ferry for Mull with short-eared owls, hen harriers & sea eagles in my thoughts - on reflection, I should have stayed till dark!
Hello Ian
Another cracker, you just don't get better content than this.
Best wishes
Phil
Posted by Sean Bolton on January 11, 2007 at 2:58 PM
Hi Ian
What a great moment to see and capture, top marks for getting the shot.
Composition wise I would prefer the birds a bit closer in the frame so I would consider cropping in a bit more. I also think you could slightly improve the colours in this shot, there seems to be a very slight blue cast and I think a bit of curves/saturation might give the shot a little bit more oomph.
cheers
Sean
p.s. Also a warm welcome to the forum, glad to have you on board
Posted by Ian McGuire on January 11, 2007 at 3:41 PM
Discussion
10 repliesThe picture has been cropped slightly and weighted towards the left of the frame. I hope you enjoy this one. I have one last shot if you want to see it!
IF ONLY THE BIRDS WERE ORIENTED TOWARDS YOU!
Regards
More please.
Sort of brings a big smile
Vince
This and your previous shot are things people rarely see, let alone record an image of, so well done.
This is a unique shot and the processing is a lot better than your first image. Phil Shaw did post his complete processing workflow a while ago, but I can't find it in a search so it's maybe longer ago than I thought, although I do have it printed off somewhere in a box, when I find it I'll scan it and email it off to you ( as long as there is no copyright Phil
Once again cracking image
Regards
Rob
Vince, I actually show the sequence of this experience at the end of my bird of prey talks because, as you say, it is why we all love wildlife and wildlife photography and it illustrates the wonderful relationships that some species have with each other.
I hate to admit it, but I actually only spent 30 minutes with these birds and then went off to catch the ferry for Mull with short-eared owls, hen harriers & sea eagles in my thoughts - on reflection, I should have stayed till dark!
Cheers chaps.
I'm glad you decided to join the forum and with images like this to enjoy I'm sure everyone will agree. Nits covered a great image!
David
BTW. Thanks for y.day I truly enjoyed the owl-photography.
Cheers, Helge
Another cracker, you just don't get better content than this.
Best wishes
Phil
What a great moment to see and capture, top marks for getting the shot.
Composition wise I would prefer the birds a bit closer in the frame so I would consider cropping in a bit more. I also think you could slightly improve the colours in this shot, there seems to be a very slight blue cast and I think a bit of curves/saturation might give the shot a little bit more oomph.
cheers
Sean
p.s. Also a warm welcome to the forum, glad to have you on board
Was Dave Kjaer on about MY nits?
Ian