Tree Swallows in flight.
Apr 15, 2022 12:05:19 #
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Apr 15, 2022 13:41:32 #
mdougc wrote:
I have tried and failed, for a while, to photograph Tree Swallows as they chase bugs around a field. They are fast, and the make u-turns at impossible speeds. It became a challenge - an old-age obsession. So, recently, I went to a park where they have returned for the Spring; I sat in the grass where I could easily spin around, yet maintain a solid grip on the camera and telephoto lens. These were shot at f/8, 1/1600, and ISO3200-5000 on a cloudy day. I used Adobe Lightroom to develop the RAW.
Great BIFs, Doug!
Apr 15, 2022 14:22:45 #
mdougc wrote:
I have tried and failed, for a while, to photograph Tree Swallows as they chase bugs around a field. They are fast, and the make u-turns at impossible speeds. It became a challenge - an old-age obsession. So, recently, I went to a park where they have returned for the Spring; I sat in the grass where I could easily spin around, yet maintain a solid grip on the camera and telephoto lens. These were shot at f/8, 1/1600, and ISO3200-5000 on a cloudy day. I used Adobe Lightroom to develop the RAW.
Spectacular, eye-catchingly beautiful shooting 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
Apr 15, 2022 14:27:39 #
srg wrote:
The distracting writing with the clashing colors severely detracts from what would otherwise be very good photos.
It's the first thing one notices. Ego Exercise?
It's the first thing one notices. Ego Exercise?
Distracting writing? Clashing colors? Ego exercise? And that’s the first thing you noticed? Did you even look at the photos?
Apr 15, 2022 19:41:23 #
Your patience paid off Doug. A little noise reduction in a couple of images would improve them greatly.
Don
Don
Apr 15, 2022 23:19:24 #
Apr 16, 2022 02:05:54 #
RodeoMan
Loc: St Joseph, Missouri
These are some great shots. I especially appreciate how you captured his small landing gear.
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Apr 17, 2022 22:14:25 #
Beaut set, I've been trying to get some Swallows in flight for years but they're too quick for me... 
Ron.
Ron.
Apr 18, 2022 17:16:51 #
Very nice captures.BIF are hard, but with small birds, they are even harder. Good work
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