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Stonechat Male

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Posted by Tom_W on August 9, 2007 at 5:58 PM
Stonechat Male

The Male of that male/female partnership on a rock. The male was a lot less obliging in terms of approach.

600mm/TC2/Tpod
F8/125'/250ASA
70% of complete frame/Very little PS just sharpening and dust spotting

T
Posted by Marko Trebušak on August 10, 2007 at 2:32 AM
I find out, that with most songbirds, males are usually more approachable, and that mirrors your experience.

It's obvious that now we are deep into breeding season, as feathers of this chap are quite worn out. Otherwise it's a fine photo. I especially like lichen covered rock.

Cheers,
Marko
Posted by Rob Fisher on August 10, 2007 at 3:48 AM
Nice photo Tom,

How's the 600mm working out for you?

Rob
Posted by Tom_W on August 10, 2007 at 4:41 AM
I am happy with the change; I have always said that I would move back to a 600mm if the opportunity arose as it suits me better, but thats me not everybody.

Will pen some further thoughts later.


Posted by PhilH on August 10, 2007 at 9:09 AM
Nice one Tom... he certainly is past his best.

:toast: :wavey: :toast:
Posted by Alan Woolnough on August 10, 2007 at 11:04 AM
I like the setting in this shot Tom {a bit different from the normal 'top-of-twig' image}.

I agree the plumage it a bit ragged, although i does help to bring out some detail in the blacks {a problem i recently faced with a male}.

Nice one!!

Alan
Posted by Alan Bryant on August 10, 2007 at 1:10 PM
Great setting and a great subject.

Really like this one :toast: :toast:
Posted by Paula Graham on August 10, 2007 at 4:13 PM
Beautiful complimentary colours, perch and pose.