A few more Buffleheads
Jan 5, 2014 00:04:47 #
Since we are having a wide ranging discussion about Iridescent birds, and specifically about Buffleheads, here are some of my examples:
Jan 5, 2014 03:38:00 #
Jan 5, 2014 04:48:35 #
I am learning that exposure is difficult for birds with light and dark feathers but you are a master and number 1, in particular, seems to me to be to be perfect.
Jan 5, 2014 09:27:34 #
I can't wait for spring when the birds, particularly the ruby throat, are in their full iridescence.
Within these species the healthier birds show greater iridescence, so the females have a relatively good gauge by which to chose a mate.
And then we get into ultraviolet vision...........
Within these species the healthier birds show greater iridescence, so the females have a relatively good gauge by which to chose a mate.
And then we get into ultraviolet vision...........
Jan 5, 2014 12:56:25 #
Those are terrific buffleheads. The balance between getting detail in the dark, colorful portions of the bird's head while not blowing out the whites is about as perfect as you can get.
Many people do not realize how difficult and challenging such photo subjects can be.
Birds such as black skimmers, forster's terns, and black necked stilts that have black heads or faces but a lot of white plumage are tough.
Even an adult bald eagle can present a significant challenge depending on lighting conditions. Getting detail in the dark wings while not blowing out the white head can be a real chore at times.
Many people do not realize how difficult and challenging such photo subjects can be.
Birds such as black skimmers, forster's terns, and black necked stilts that have black heads or faces but a lot of white plumage are tough.
Even an adult bald eagle can present a significant challenge depending on lighting conditions. Getting detail in the dark wings while not blowing out the white head can be a real chore at times.
Jan 5, 2014 19:54:30 #
Even an adult bald eagle can present a significant challenge depending on lighting conditions. Getting detail in the dark wings while not blowing out the white head can be a real chore at times.[/quote]
I'll second that!!
I'll second that!!
Jan 6, 2014 08:50:29 #
Magnificent, Ed, simply MAGNIFICENT! Is it fair to assume these are 7D/500mm pix?
Have you ever photographed B-heads at John Heinz?
Have you ever photographed B-heads at John Heinz?
Jan 6, 2014 10:05:25 #
CanonShot wrote:
Magnificent, Ed, simply MAGNIFICENT! Is it fair to assume these are 7D/500mm pix?
Have you ever photographed B-heads at John Heinz?
Have you ever photographed B-heads at John Heinz?
They are 7D with the 500mm and the 1.4 TC. I have been to Heinz but didn't get any Buffleheads.
Jan 6, 2014 21:40:49 #
These are wonderful. This is a bird I haven't seen before except in illustrations. Unless I'm mistaken, it almost looks like you were shooting from a lower angle - almost eye level?
Jan 6, 2014 22:22:28 #
vicksart wrote:
These are wonderful. This is a bird I haven't seen before except in illustrations. Unless I'm mistaken, it almost looks like you were shooting from a lower angle - almost eye level?
Thanks, Vicky. You know I am a strong proponent of shooting as low as you can get. They are a variety of times and/or days.
Jan 7, 2014 00:30:04 #
birdpix wrote:
Since we are having a wide ranging discussion about Iridescent birds, and specifically about Buffleheads, here are some of my examples:
Very nice, Beautiful birds. :thumbup: :thumbup:
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