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Barn Owl

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Posted by Graham Goddard on September 5, 2010 at 9:14 AM
Barn Owl
As I'm off to Norfolk soon for a couple of days, I'd thought I post one of these to get me in the mood.

Taken early am in the spring last year.

1D MKIII, 500 f4, 1/500, f4.5, iso400.

Posted by Des Ong on September 5, 2010 at 9:17 AM
That's a lovely owl portrait Graham. :toast: :toast:

Des
Posted by Maggie Campbell on September 5, 2010 at 10:36 AM
Beautiful detail Graham and perfect BG. Not sure if I would prefer a little less room on the right and more on the left. :wavey:
Posted by Geoffrey Baker on September 5, 2010 at 12:21 PM
The bird, background and lighting are all beautiful. :smile:
A nicer perch would have been better but i suppose you have to shoot them where they are.
Well done.

Geoff.
Posted by Andy Shepherd on September 5, 2010 at 2:06 PM

Like the shot Graham, I also think that Maggies take on the comp would improve the image.

Enjoyed the Blog too.

Andy...
Posted by Drew Mellowship on September 5, 2010 at 2:31 PM
I think the only weakness (minor really) is the perch. Still I would love a shot this good as part of my portfolio !

Well executed image.

Drew :smile:
Posted by Austin Thomas on September 5, 2010 at 3:52 PM
I think Maggie has it about right Graham.
I like the catchlight as well.

Cheers

Austin
http://www.austin-thomas.co.uk
Posted by Ian Macdermott on September 5, 2010 at 5:20 PM
A rather fine shot Graham pin sharp well exposed and a corking background :toast:


Shame about the perch but no big deal thats where it landed. I would like to see more room on the left hand side for the bird to look into and less on the right.
Posted by Jeroen Stel on September 6, 2010 at 3:01 AM
Very detailed and crips shot!
The perch might not be ideal but it is sure an image i would love to have in files!

greetings,

Jeroen Stel
Posted by Justin on September 6, 2010 at 4:09 AM
A very nice portrait in attractive light. :cool:
Posted by Sandra Hendrikse on September 6, 2010 at 7:46 AM
Shame about the perch but still a lovely portrait. :smile:
Posted by Barrie Courtenay on September 6, 2010 at 1:23 PM
Beauty :toast: