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| Group |
Round |
C/R |
Comment |
Date |
Image |
| 9 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Washington Park is a beautiful and unique space to find excellent images like this one.
Philippians 4:10-13 is my favorite Scripture because it describes life's ups and downs and how one must bend to the moment you're in at present and not to despair. The North Star is Faith in Christ.
Your image is cropped beautifully and tells the strong story that life is eternal and that God is in control. |
Dec 19th |
1 comment - 0 replies for Group 9
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| 15 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Thank you Doc for the distinguishing features of both birds. I look forward to photographing the Anhinga on future trips. The Cormorant also has a yellow mask where the face and beak merge. |
Dec 30th |
| 15 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
The Anhinga is similar to the Double-Crested Cormorant in appearance. I love the image with the capture of the fish. It seems like the fish hasn't given up the fight. Because of the webbed feet this bird is an excellent swimmer and an effective predator.
It is nice composition to have the fish and the Anhinga eye-to-eye. |
Dec 30th |
| 15 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Gerhard,
What a beautiful image captured with the success of the Stork's patience and skill. The image shows the surprise of the fish and knowing its useless to struggle any further. The available light illuminates the subjects and invites the viewer to linger.
The color is amazing to see on such a large predator. The wing spread and concentric circles of the water gives depth.
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Dec 30th |
| 15 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
A very powerful image that you captured. The colors are exceptional and the pose of the wings add to the strong story. Great job |
Dec 4th |
| 15 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Doc,
The backlit pose is unique. This species is similar to the northern Double-crested Cormorant. As mentioned, they are excellent swimmers and fishers. Their strong webbed feet and sharp curved beak help them spear and capture unwary fish. |
Dec 4th |
5 comments - 0 replies for Group 15
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| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Thank you Sylvia for your comments. The Heron was very large and I was surprised that he went under the water to capture this huge fish. I was also amazed that it was consumed whole. |
Dec 30th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Thanks, Lisa
I was lucky to capture this shot by not using continuous shooting mode. The Heron flew to ground to beat the fish into submission. I did miss the takeoff though. I did capture the digestion of the prize though. |
Dec 23rd |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Thanks, Marilyn
Believe it or not, but this Heron did swallow this fish whole. I was also able to shoot a Bald Eagle and Kingfisher that day, but was too far away to get a really good image. |
Dec 23rd |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
I like the composition and the image. It could be even more interesting if the crop would move left of center to allow the Oriole more room to fly. And the bottom third could be cropped up to remove that leafy part, and the top branch as well. This would further highlight this beautiful photograph. Thanks |
Dec 19th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Not sure where you're able to see 'lots of Eagles', but it must be nice. The symmetry of the Eagles in flight is intriguing. The lost fish is apparently from the aerial conflict between the two raptors. Great capture of the highest soaring bird and the enhanced background in the scene. The crop chosen is right on. |
Dec 19th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Reply |
Thank you Maria for your suggestions. I feel empowered to improve on this image. I appreciate your help. The border was something that was added, which I now know would've been better left out or at least minimized. |
Dec 16th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
I agree the Great Horned Owl like other owls like to do the one eye or closed eye treatment when you're just trying to get a nice perched image.
The original image really pops out with less distraction. Wonderful photos, Sylvia. |
Dec 11th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Xiao,
Thanks for your input on the images. I won't use the border anymore because it does distract from the image. Also, I should have left the original image alone instead of the cropped monochrome. Thanks for bringing up some solid suggestions. |
Dec 11th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Marilyn,
Great portrait shot of this raptor. You must have been very close to get this wonderful shot. The intensity of its gaze is appropriate for the title you chose. |
Dec 4th |
| 46 |
Dec 24 |
Comment |
Maria,
A great capture of this Silver-eye. They are small, but beautiful to see. They're fond of figs also. The bokeh is enhancing and the focus is tack-sharp. Thanks |
Dec 4th |
9 comments - 1 reply for Group 46
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15 comments - 1 reply Total
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