Beauty Beyond Compare
Feb 23, 2017 20:58:12 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
Thank you for the nice comment. I agree that they are special birds. These were shot with the AF-S Nikkor 70-300 VR lens. I have always had good results with this lens. It does a good job and is not overly heavy.
Very nice - I thought about getting the "body only" on my Nikon and getting this lens separately but the price of the kit made the 18-55 & 55-200 at only $100 each so I felt I couldn't lose. I will hone my skills and save up for the longer zoom. By the way, I am from Anna Maria Island, FL and your pics make me homesick lol.
Feb 23, 2017 21:14:28 #
carlysue wrote:
Excellent job,Carol. Your backgrounds really enhance their portraits.
Thank you. The close up had foliage in the background that I was able to darken. The other was water so it worked out well. I'm glad you like them.
Feb 23, 2017 21:21:09 #
deer2ker wrote:
Very nice - I thought about getting the "body only" on my Nikon and getting this lens separately but the price of the kit made the 18-55 & 55-200 at only $100 each so I felt I couldn't lose. I will hone my skills and save up for the longer zoom. By the way, I am from Anna Maria Island, FL and your pics make me homesick lol.
I started with the same two lenses you have and they did a good job. Getting lenses with a new camera is the most economical way! I lived in Bradenton for several years and used to go to Anna Maria a lot. We fished in Palma Sola Bay and I had a great time photographing Pelicans out there. I posted a number of series from the Ringling Museum a few month ago. That is a great area over there!
Feb 23, 2017 21:44:02 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
I started with the same two lenses you have and they did a good job. Getting lenses with a new camera is the most economical way! I lived in Bradenton for several years and used to go to Anna Maria a lot. We fished in Palma Sola Bay and I had a great time photographing Pelicans out there. I posted a number of series from the Ringling Museum a few month ago. That is a great area over there!
Okay, just looked at your pics from Sarasota and Ringling - Now I'm REALLY homesick thank you very much! Loved the pink hue hallway pic by the way at Ringling -really great composition and tone.
Feb 23, 2017 22:00:45 #
deer2ker wrote:
Okay, just looked at your pics from Sarasota and Ringling - Now I'm REALLY homesick thank you very much! Loved the pink hue hallway pic by the way at Ringling -really great composition and tone.
I had a feeling those might get to you and I think that hallway shot was my favorite. It was a fun trip but I was amazed at how Ringling has changed. I left that area close to 30 years ago but have gone back a few times to visit.
Feb 23, 2017 22:44:22 #
Both of these are superb photos Carol, but I think the first is really striking. 
Feb 24, 2017 05:29:30 #
Feb 24, 2017 05:33:52 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
On a recent trip to Black Point Wildlife Drive, this lovely creature was the first resident that I encountered. Not only a beauty, but also a willing subject within reason!
Fantastic images Carol
Feb 24, 2017 05:39:21 #
Cwilson341 wrote:
On a recent trip to Black Point Wildlife Drive, this lovely creature was the first resident that I encountered. Not only a beauty, but also a willing subject within reason!
Nice image and well done Carol.
Feb 24, 2017 05:43:50 #
Feb 24, 2017 05:58:54 #
Nice shots, Carol! Would this be in Titusville? I am in Pinellas County and Black Point Wildlife Drive could be a road trip:) Take care...
Feb 24, 2017 06:18:15 #
tbell7D wrote:
Both of these are superb photos Carol, but I think the first is really striking.
Thank you Tom. The green face was amazing to me and that first shot really does show it!
Feb 24, 2017 06:21:33 #
Gorgeous shots, Carol. I especially like the close up with the pretty green around his eyes.
Jane
Jane
Feb 24, 2017 06:22:50 #
nimbushopper wrote: You got him perfectly Carol!
You got him perfectly Carol!Thank you. I'm glad you like these.
Feb 24, 2017 06:23:19 #
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