Thanks, Vince. I think I remember you posting a similar (but no boubt better!) shot a while back.
I think I can do better than this, but the light is quite harsh on the south-facing cliffs, so difficult to get one with a highlight in its eye which would really bring it to life. I`ll keep trying!
A tricky subject to tackle. It's a very good effort with a lovely colour BG and good composition. I really like the shape and spread of the wings.
However to me it looks like the POF is on the back/rump of the Chough and the head/eye is a bit soft.
Regards
Rob
Posted by John Chapman on April 23, 2007 at 5:51 AM
Hi Jeremy nice capture and I agree with Rob's comments entirely
John
Aberdeen
Posted by Daniel Read on April 23, 2007 at 8:30 AM
Great photo, i saw some of these for the first time last summer in Pembrokeshire, and typically, i didn't have my camera with me. I'll be back this year with a camera!
Posted by Paula Graham on April 23, 2007 at 2:21 PM
What a beauty, Jeremy. Never mind about the slight softness of the head, the overall impression is great, to me anyway!
At least you got a shot of one Jeremy. Like the pose and wing spread, but the head could be a bit sharper I suppose. Never seen one so I'd be happy with this until the next opportunity you get...if ever! They're a bit elusive I've found
Discussion
10 repliesTaken on the Gower Peninsula a few days ago.
Canon 20D, Sigma 500mm, handheld, small crop top and right.
Vince
I think I can do better than this, but the light is quite harsh on the south-facing cliffs, so difficult to get one with a highlight in its eye which would really bring it to life. I`ll keep trying!
A tricky subject to tackle. It's a very good effort with a lovely colour BG and good composition. I really like the shape and spread of the wings.
However to me it looks like the POF is on the back/rump of the Chough and the head/eye is a bit soft.
Regards
Rob
John
Aberdeen
David