Just a Murmur......
Jan 20, 2017 17:35:56 #
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
Jan 20, 2017 18:01:43 #
Beautiful captures of this natural wonder. It must be breathtaking to experience this first hand! I think the way you captured these shots adds to the wonder.
Jan 20, 2017 18:30:45 #
Dave, every one of these is absolutely breathtaking. Huge impact for me. Can't think of a thing I'd do differently, and I'm reminded of Whuff's quote from an instructor, "I wish I'd taken that!" Though just witnessing must be amazing of itself.
I Googled and of course there are You-tube videos too
I Googled and of course there are You-tube videos too
Jan 20, 2017 20:08:35 #
magnetoman wrote:
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
Seeing the flocks and how they move through the sky is quite impressive and I'm very glad you included this view in your post. That first image, though, has greater impact for me. I think the foreshortening and the colors are quite striking and make a photo that is unusual and very visually appealing. Excellent work.
Erich
Jan 20, 2017 22:00:16 #
Exceptional!! Love the background colors and backlit onlookers. All powerful images and altho' I'd be partial to #1 for its color and impact, #2&3 show the cloud appearing pattern of the birds flight and I find that totally interesting.
Jan 20, 2017 23:22:48 #
I'm going to change up he quote that Linda attributed to an instructor I once quoted and say I wish i had witnessed that! You've captured very nicely a wonder of nature here. I recently witnessed a similar phenomenon on a much smaller scale and was fascinated. The silhouette style really shows it off nicely. I'm in agreement with Erich on the impact of #1 which gives the impression that the entire sky is filled with the birds.
Walt
Walt
Jan 21, 2017 04:12:28 #
magnetoman wrote:
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
I'm impressed by your pictures, excellent work.
Jan 21, 2017 07:48:16 #
magnetoman wrote:
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
Dave, all well captured images. Actually, I'm sort of speechless with these. Love them and can't pick a favorite. Just outstanding !!!
Dave
Jan 21, 2017 08:51:53 #
Since it has all been said before, I'll just condense my comment to "Wow"!
Jan 21, 2017 09:13:19 #
magnetoman wrote:
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
These sure are WOW images, magnetoman!!! Both the phenomenon and your skills at capturing it. Now, the birds just have to tweak their synchronized pattern (in the middle image) to make a heart for this upcoming Valentine's Day! :)
Jan 21, 2017 10:56:53 #
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Jan 21, 2017 12:39:03 #
Thank you to everyone who has commented, it's much appreciated.
For those standing at the top of the dunes it feels as if you're surrounded by birds - an amazing experience! Photographically, I think my viewpoint is better than being at the top, but I'm a sucker for silhouettes. That first photo is my favourite too.
Not sure they ever make a heart shape Edie, but it's a great thought. They specialise in whale shapes, if you have any ideas??
For those standing at the top of the dunes it feels as if you're surrounded by birds - an amazing experience! Photographically, I think my viewpoint is better than being at the top, but I'm a sucker for silhouettes. That first photo is my favourite too.
Not sure they ever make a heart shape Edie, but it's a great thought. They specialise in whale shapes, if you have any ideas??
Jan 21, 2017 16:55:37 #
magnetoman wrote:
....ation! This evenings gathering at Shell Bay, Studland, on the Dorset coast. The group has increased in size over the last couple of weeks and numbers are now quite significant - both birds and onlookers. The onlookers are set to increase as the murmuration will feature on national television when Winterwatch airs next week from Arne Nature Reserve (which is close-by, but not actually at Studland!). No composites this time but I did tweek them in Lr.
These are just wonderful! In life they are visual music and as such I usually don't think a single shot (note) of a murmuration works. I think it is your brilliant use of foreground, and the gorgeous light that makes these so successful. Thank you very much for sharing them.
Regards, Phil
Jan 21, 2017 17:22:07 #
rockdog wrote:
These are just wonderful! In life they are visual music and as such I usually don't think a single shot (note) of a murmuration works. I think it is your brilliant use of foreground, and the gorgeous light that makes these so successful. Thank you very much for sharing them.
Regards, Phil
Regards, Phil
I'm not really into video Phil, so I left that to my wife, who made a good job of it.
Glad you found the stills worthwhile, especially as you would normally have chosen vr for this subject. Many thanks for looking-in.
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