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Reflection

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Posted by Craig Strand on May 19, 2010 at 1:39 PM
Reflection
This Gadwall drake was shot early yesterday am, sleeping in with his reflection. Yes, I know many will wish for more canvas, me too, but shooting between brush it was this or nothing.

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canon 7D
canon 600mm f4.L IS USM
F/4 1/350 ISO 500
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Posted by Cliff Dodge on May 19, 2010 at 8:25 PM
very nice! :smile:
Posted by David Bostock on May 19, 2010 at 8:40 PM
Craig, I think the tight crop works well. It highlights the vertical symmetry. The clarity, colors, and placement are superb. Did you use any noise reduction on this?
Posted by Erik Lundh on May 19, 2010 at 8:41 PM
It works for me! Love the colors!
Posted by Craig Strand on May 19, 2010 at 11:04 PM
Thank you for the comments.

David, I used NIK's define NR
Posted by David Cobb on May 20, 2010 at 5:47 PM
Great reflection and pose Craig, especially that front leg. The greens above and below are wonderful.
Posted by Scott Smorra on May 20, 2010 at 9:35 PM
Very nice photo Craig. I really like the reflection and the stillness of the water.