Posted by Guy Schmickle on March 12, 2009 at 10:26 PM
Hey all. I was in southwest Florida for the first 10 days of the month basking in the warm 80+ sunshine (which didn't suck...let me tell you!). The main purpose of the trip was to meet up with a number of old Minnesota friends (none of whom were photographers) for some fun in the sun. Of course, I can't go down to FLA without doing some sort of bird photography so I mixed that in whenever I could. Just thought I'd share a couple of birdie shots from the trip. The first shot above is one of the many osprey found on Sanibel Island (near Fort Myers). I didn't take what I'd technically call a landscape shot the entire trip, so it was a nice change of pace photography-wise. You can look at my PBase gallery if you'd like to see some more.
Posted by Guy Schmickle on March 12, 2009 at 10:28 PM
Here's one more of a pair of Burrowing Owls in Cape Coral. Unfortunately, these cute little buggers weren't very cooperative for the most part. This was the only acceptable shot I got after scouting out more than 15 nests.
Posted by Jamie Botdorf on March 13, 2009 at 12:04 AM
Love the owls! Looks like they are proud guardians of their domain.
Posted by John Mumaw on March 13, 2009 at 11:52 PM
The owl giving you the stink-eye is terrific!
Actually, your entire Florida gallery is superb!! My absolute favorite is the 'Reddish Egret Taking A Bow'.
You should be thrilled with the quality of the work you got while you were there, Guy.
Did you haul along your new tripod?
Posted by Guy Schmickle on March 14, 2009 at 11:39 AM
Thanks John. I was very happy with the images I came away with considering the somewhat limited time I had to shoot. The Feisol definitely passed the sand and salt test on the gulf beaches. The only problem I had was with those silly rubber feet. The first time I set up in Little Estero Lagoon, the mucky bottom claimed two of them (which I didn't realize until later). Feisol needs to come up with a better design there. I hope they sell them separately as I can see needing to buy a dozen (or more) of them!
Posted by Paul Beiser on March 14, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Wow, these are awesome, Guy! Thanks for sharing..
Posted by Todd Caudle on March 14, 2009 at 7:14 PM
How'd I miss this thread??? These are awesome, Guy. Looking at the Pbase site, looks like you had a helluva productive trip. Fantastic job!
Posted by bill meikle on March 14, 2009 at 10:39 PM
Beautiful shots Guy, good work. I love Florida in March.
Posted by Dan Walters on March 15, 2009 at 8:41 PM
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8 repliesActually, your entire Florida gallery is superb!! My absolute favorite is the 'Reddish Egret Taking A Bow'.
You should be thrilled with the quality of the work you got while you were there, Guy.
Did you haul along your new tripod?