Just a Sparrow
Dec 10, 2017 12:07:05 #
My Gold Crowned Sparrows are back and willing to pose. The last in the series breaks some composition rules unless you break the image down into vertical thirds. Rules are made to be broken, and that shot called for this treatment I believe. See what you think.
Dec 10, 2017 12:11:34 #
Dec 10, 2017 12:15:38 #
The warm light and the evergreen perch make these standouts IMO, Vicki. I think #3 is perfect: the light bokeh and darker other areas are in different locations on each side of the centered bird so my eye isn't stuck in one place, I can easily move about the frame. Your artist's background is evident with these types of engaging compositions.
Dec 10, 2017 12:41:25 #
Dec 10, 2017 13:52:55 #
These are really precious shots, Vicki! I totally agree about the third shot. The broadside bird would either lose his tail or have his beak against the side of the frame if you tried to position them differently. I think it is perfect the way it is!
Dec 10, 2017 13:59:45 #
Rules are for fools. 
As you probably know, small birds are a favorite subject of mine. Cute birds, nice perches, and wonderful backgrounds make nice pictures. These are among the best.
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As you probably know, small birds are a favorite subject of mine. Cute birds, nice perches, and wonderful backgrounds make nice pictures. These are among the best.
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Dec 10, 2017 14:32:54 #
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Dec 10, 2017 16:28:54 #
Beautiful shots and beautiful little birds, Vicki. I love sparrows and wish we had more species of them here.
Dec 10, 2017 17:31:12 #
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Dec 10, 2017 18:48:54 #
ebbote wrote:
It may be just a sparrow, but great shots Vicki.
Thanks so much Earnest. I really appreciate your input.
Dec 10, 2017 18:49:50 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
The warm light and the evergreen perch make these standouts IMO, Vicki. I think #3 is perfect: the light bokeh and darker other areas are in different locations on each side of the centered bird so my eye isn't stuck in one place, I can easily move about the frame. Your artist's background is evident with these types of engaging compositions.
As always, I appreciate the time and effort you've put into this assessment Linda. I also greatly value your insight. Thank you.
Dec 10, 2017 18:50:35 #
Dan Downie wrote:
Very nice! You must have been really close to them.
Thank you Dan. I was physically close and also used a long lens to help fill the frame.
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