I think no matter how many times you have (or havn't) photographed this species it's always an exciting moment when one lands in front of your lens.
The almost monochrome feel is a little different to the norm and works quite well here.
Not keen on the man-made perch but hopefully you'll get some further oppurtunities with some branches,etc, set-up for the woodpecker to land on.
Posted by John Varley on October 27, 2007 at 5:16 PM
Very nice John - I really like the dark background it is very effective. Agree with Justin about the perch.
Posted by Tony Beazley on October 28, 2007 at 12:07 AM
Congrats on your first WP
Posted by Andy Astbury on October 28, 2007 at 5:59 AM
It's a big buzz isn't it John when it suddenly plops down in front of you - amazing birds
Needs some space on the right for the comp, but a nice detailed shot
Big pat on the back for your 1st
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4 repliesAdmittedly only a record shot, but its MY record shot (never seen a woodpecker before!)
John
1D2, 300mm f2.8 + 1.4tc, f5.6, 1/500, -0.3EV
The almost monochrome feel is a little different to the norm and works quite well here.
Not keen on the man-made perch but hopefully you'll get some further oppurtunities with some branches,etc, set-up for the woodpecker to land on.
Needs some space on the right for the comp, but a nice detailed shot
Big pat on the back for your 1st