Posted by Daniel Loomis on April 17, 2009 at 10:32 PM
Image captured as Felsensthal NWR, Union County, AR, April 17, 2009. I tried cleaning this image up using clone stamp and other means, but didn't like the result. This is the un-retouched image. I will work on cleaning up the bg and may post the result later.
I originally thought it was a Western Kingbird, but the gray throat and heavy bill clearly identify it as a GC Flycatcher. This was a first capture for me of this species. I also photographed a Blue Gray Gnat Catcher which I will post shortly.
40D, 700mm, f5.6, 1/2000s, ISO 320, cropped
Posted by Daniel Loomis on April 17, 2009 at 11:06 PM
Here is a cleaned up version from the series; slightly different pose. Personally, I think it loses something without "context" but the acknowledged experts say differently. Comments and critiques always welcome.
Both look good. Catchlight in the eyes really make these guys pop.
Posted by Daniel Loomis on April 18, 2009 at 2:36 PM
Scott - Wayne Rhodus showed me how to selectively edit out undesirable elements. I have revisited the image and done just as you suggested. Thanks to both of you for your suggestions.
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3 repliesI originally thought it was a Western Kingbird, but the gray throat and heavy bill clearly identify it as a GC Flycatcher. This was a first capture for me of this species. I also photographed a Blue Gray Gnat Catcher which I will post shortly.
40D, 700mm, f5.6, 1/2000s, ISO 320, cropped