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Western Meadowlark

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Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:43 PM
Western Meadowlark
These are from the last two weekends out at Chatfield. Not too many species of birds out there just yet (except on the water). However, lucky for me, the Western Meadowlarks are back. They have long had one of my favorite songs. I like their warm colors and they are just fun to photograph. Hope I translated my passion for them well enough.
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:44 PM
Banking Turn
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:45 PM
Another Take-off
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:46 PM
The Leap
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:47 PM
Singing Pose
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 28, 2013 at 2:47 PM
And a last take-off to close it out.
Posted by Bill Pelzmann on April 28, 2013 at 4:52 PM
Great set, Kurt. Those Meadowlarks sure are photogenic.
Posted by Scott Fricke on April 28, 2013 at 5:43 PM
Very nice series Kurt. They sure do have nice coloring. The Singing Pose is my favorite, he looks like he's really belting it out. What camera/lens are you using?
Posted by Ken Henke on April 28, 2013 at 11:27 PM
I agree with the other comments- great set of images. The detail is off the charts !
Posted by Doug Beezley on April 29, 2013 at 8:34 AM
I can hear him singing. Great series; liked "The Leap" a lot great detail, great expression

Doug Beezley
Snellville, GA
Posted by Doug Koepsel on April 29, 2013 at 11:57 AM
The last image, "Take Off" is my most preferred, followed closely by the singer. The wingset and comp are what attracts me to the last.
Posted by John Mumaw on April 29, 2013 at 7:45 PM
The Master returns. It's so good to see your work here again, Kurt. Once again, a superlative set of professional caliber images. And what beautiful birds! I like each and every one of them, but the two 'Take-Offs' and the singer are my favorites. Your passion has easily translated into this set and indeed, all of your work. Thank you for sharing them with us.
Posted by Soubhik Patranabis on April 29, 2013 at 7:49 PM
Wow - amazing !!!
Posted by Kurt Bowman on April 30, 2013 at 3:01 PM
Thanks for all the comments and the kind words. I have missed this forum and hope to be participating more. Been a rough year.
@Scott...my setup for all these shots was a Canon 1D MIV and Canon 500mm f/4.
Posted by Rajeev Thomas on April 30, 2013 at 3:07 PM
What a beautiful bird Kurt... 2nd and 5th are just amazing!! Beautiful captures, excellent focus and colors... :toast:
Posted by Stan Rose on May 1, 2013 at 12:08 AM
That turn in #2 is wicked! Also like the singing pose. All are nice! :wavey:
Posted by Jack Garrett on May 1, 2013 at 11:25 PM
I love seeing wildlife photos ad these are special...the whole series is a work of art! Congrats Kurt.
Posted by Erik Stensland on May 2, 2013 at 7:17 PM
Great captures! The singing bird is my favorite of the bunch!