Posted by Rob Graham on November 24, 2008 at 11:13 PM
This isn't a type of image I usually try and take, but a couple nights ago the opportunity presented itself so I gave it a try. Several gulls were soaring above the waters of Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Area, seen only as silhouettes against the fiery clouds of a beautiful sunset. I was still shooting at 500mm, and hadn't turned down the ISO yet. I cloned out a couple spots where the sun was coming through the clouds, and moved the bird back just a little. 50D, ISO 1600, f/7.1, 1/8000. C&C always welcome and appreciated.
Posted by Merle Cook on November 24, 2008 at 11:35 PM
WOW>>>>>>The sharp lines of the gull are impressive for ISO 1600. The soft texture of the clouds with the sense of a "wave motion" makes this look like it was shot somewhere on the Central Coast. Great shot Rob. Now I see what my camera is capable of, if I only work at it.
Posted by Wayne Rhodus on November 25, 2008 at 2:38 PM
Another amazing sky Rob! The silhouette of the gull adds some very nice contrast and a key element in this shot. Well executed shot!
Posted by John Moore on November 25, 2008 at 7:47 PM
Neat image Rob. The high magnification isolates an intense portion of the sky.
Posted by Brad Mangas on November 26, 2008 at 1:48 PM
A really neat capture Rob. I think you done really well.
Posted by Bill Fach on November 28, 2008 at 5:17 PM
Rob: The size of the gull in the frame is just right. Very nicely done.>=))>
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