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Greater Spotted Woodpecker.

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Posted by Guy Rogers on June 12, 2009 at 12:14 PM
Greater Spotted Woodpecker.
Canon 50D, Canon 300F4, iso 400, f8, 1/200, HH.
Posted by Justin on June 12, 2009 at 1:17 PM
Hi Guy,

I think this is really nice.
My preference is usually to avoid any shadows and shoot portraits in soft, cloudy light, however, I think this image works all the better for the sunlight which really shows the black and white plumage off superbly, as well as highlighting that wonderful area of red plumage.
The shadows on the tree trunk don't spoil the image at all, as I thought they might, but actually add extra interest and appeal.
:toast: :toast:
Posted by Major Gilbert on June 12, 2009 at 4:55 PM
I to like the lighting on this bird. Those shadows are not invasive enough to cause any bother and its a great looking subject. :toast:

Major.
Posted by Billy Fairburn on June 12, 2009 at 5:29 PM
Lovely shot Guy. I think a little room all round wouldn.t go amiss, but thats minor
Posted by Billy Fairburn on June 12, 2009 at 5:29 PM
Lovely shot Guy. I think a little room all round wouldn't go amiss, but thats minor