Kestrel Art

I have been slowly combing my local area after buying an os map, this has meant finding birds when the light is very harsh. Somehow I managed to get very close to this hunting male Kestrel but of course it was midday and sunny

So I thought I would try something different on the processing to get a usable image. I quite like it but I am very much interested in any thoughts.

1/320s f/6.3 ISO200 400mm handheld/on bike

That's great Liam.

The applications for this type of photograph are endless. It's a great reply to Peter's post a little earlier.

Chris

Not sure if I like this but mucho kudos on trying something else. Being creative will reward you in the end. Keep up the good work.

Edwin Kats

Hi Liam, It's something completely different, that's for sure.
It's razor sharp. I'm not completely sure if it is my taste, but that's not important. I think it's a very original picture and I'm a jealous guy because you got a sharp picture of this kestrel.

Thanks for your comments, I am constantly trying to get that "different image", but getting something other people like is difficult really makes me appreciate the photographers that can do it! I will keep trying so expect more.

I think this is a fantastic shot Liam. Has an abstract feel to it and very interesting. Nature photography? Well evidently yes, but also just as good as a piece of photographic art. I'd hang it on my wall, love it! Keep up the good work.

Thank you Stephen for your kind words, art is definitely what I was trying to go for here.

IMHO
Composition is very poor.
Camera technique shows a lack of definition and burnt highlights.
You have, with a limited degree of post processing, tried to rescue an image unworthy of effort.

Keep trying.

Paul, thank you for commenting honestly, a rare occasion as fare as I am aware. I originally chucked this image along with others I had taken from the day but decided to try something different both with the crop/composition and the processing. I find getting close to Kestrel very hard, so this will probably be best image of one for a while regardless of its downfalls.

I am somewhat relieved that you did not take offense at my reply. My postings on here are becoming less frequent because I feel the comments are in general either bland (nice one) or picky (shame about the blade of grass). There are also to many compliments paid to unworthy posting.

Kestrel like most birds of prey are difficult to get near enough to to get a decent image. All the more satisfying when it happens.

Kindest regards
Paul