nathangardner Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Happy Thursday and February everyone! It's hard to believe it's February here in Kentucky/Indiana; the temperature was about 60 deg. F today and I'm not complaining. I've been taking advantage of the good weather and gotten out to shoot some ducks a few times this week. I finally saw a species I have wanted to see for a while now, and got a decent photograph too. I've always been amazed by the Hooded Merganser, but only from pictures. I have now seen them and can check them off the bird list. For me, certain birds almost have a celebrity status. When I see a bird as magnificent or elusive as a Hooded Merganser, or the Pileated Woodpecker, or the Whooping Crane, it's like seeing a celebrity; they're larger than life. They can take our breath away and make us realize that we are witnessing something special. What I always think is fascinating is that nature lovers all over the world spend lots of time and money, and travel great distances to view wildlife, but the animals have no idea of the esteemed status they hold.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spearhead Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p><img src="http://spirer.com/images/strollerkid.jpg" alt="" width="700" height="525" /></p> Music and Portraits Blog: Life in Portugal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Smith Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Cat lover.</p><div></div> Robin Smith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesFarabaugh Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Inspiration from a rubber band.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David_Cavan Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>We are back from a wonderful weekend at Daytona Speedway, for the Rolex 24-hour race there. Not much sleep, but lots of racecars and photos. I'm still working on organizing what we have, but here's an action shot from early evening on Saturday. We rented a 100-400mm lens for the weekend, and although it's a beast to carry around I'm very pleased with the results.</p><div></div> Dave Cavan https://davecavanphotographics.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philrichardson Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Nathan, I always enjoy your avian contributions. Thanks for bringing us the close up of the Hooded Merganser. I love that coloring. And Lupo, the detail in the sauce over the meatballs is amazing. I'm a vegetarian, but that looks to make me want to start eating beef again!<br /> My shot is from the nearby park again. Still trying to get better at birds in flight after my first attempts a couple of weeks ago. I'm finding it very challenging to get results I'm happy with. And that's not even trying to get out to the wildlife reserves and other more rural areas where they are much more elusive.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vbi Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Jazz lounge 5D2 with 50mm F1.4<br> <br /><img src="http://masters.galleries.dpreview.com.s3.amazonaws.com/1701458.jpg?AWSAccessKeyId=14Y3MT0G2J4Y72K3ZXR2&Expires=1328165099&Signature=9eitRTtFpZ%2bplfEQNUDf%2bGb9uMk%3d" alt="" width="720" height="1080" /></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dean_schreuder Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p><a href=" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7174/6787946183_1b9251c14f_z.jpg" alt="Kenna" width="640" height="427" /></a><br /><br /><strong>Kenna</strong><br /><br /><a href=" view</a><br /><br />Camera: Canon EOS 7D<br />Lens: Canon EF-S17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM<br />Exposure Program: Aperture-priority AE<br />Exposure: 0.025 sec (1/40)<br />Aperture: f/4.0<br />Focal Length: 45 mm<br />ISO Speed: 400<br />Exposure Bias: +1/3 EV<br />Flash: Off, Did not fire</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philip_wilson Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Vegas Dawn</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markonestudios Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>From my archives... Edale, in the English countryside :)</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjmeade Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>My first attempt at star trails, from last night.<br /> It looks like the tripod had a nudge, or it was being blown around in the wind.<br> EOS 5D Mk 2, EF 17-40/4. 59 exposures 30 sec, f 5.6, iso-400<br> <a title="Star trails by Peter Meade, on Flickr" href=" src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7165/6805585611_ed64ce2003_z.jpg" alt="Star trails" width="640" height="426" /></a></p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horse Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Well Lupo I think Dean trumped you this week.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbkissel Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Nathan - very nice shot of the Merganser! Funny you should post this...I was out just recently and saw a very large group of Buffleheads on a small pond. They were some distance away, and I saw what I thought was a larger one amongst all in the group. Turned out to be a Hooded Merganser. If you can catch one in flight, they are beautiful birds in profile with the white hood forming a large streamlined patch on the side of the head and neck.<br> Jeff S - the first word that came to mind when I saw this was "abandoned". A rather haunting look on the child's face.<br> Robin S - not so sure the cat is as thrilled as she seems to be.<br> James F - good themed shot. I definitely thought "illegal drugs" when I saw this one.<br> David C - I find the 100-400 terrific for races, airshows, and wildlife. I keep hoping Canon will update this one.<br> Lupo - what do you mean, "I am finished"? You haven't even taken a bite. As usual, nicely lit and presented.<br> Phil R - nice in-flight mallard shot. I use slightly faster shutter speeds and wider apertures, AI Servo, and high speed continuous. C.FnIII:1 set to one step above the mid-point, C.FnIII:2 - set to 0. C.FnIII:3 - set to zero. I have these set up on C1 for quick access. I'll fire off groups of three to six frames once I'm tracking the subject. Practice, practice, practice.<br> Vincent - we would like to see your photo. Just size it so the longest dimension is no more than 700 pixels and it will display with your post.<br> Dean S - nice lighting!<br> Philip W - Interesting camera/lens combo. I like the colors in the CityCenter building windows.<br> Mark A.K. - I love this shot! Wish the person on the far right was a little more in frame.<br> Peter M - for a first attempt that looks pretty good! And yes, it does look like a little movement.</p> <p>I visited a historic landmark, Ft. Macon, on our coast recently. It was an unplanned visit, just something to do on a nice sunny Saturday. Was lucky enough to catch a period dressed crew firing a large mounted canon on the fort's wall. Here's one of the participants.</p> <p> </p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kazwiltshire Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Been brushing up on my baby posing skills and i attended a workshop last weekend. I also have a new camera :-) Loving my 7D so far. This was my have from the workshop session. Babies might not be your thing but he is cute! </p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob-c Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>I wasn't able to get out much this week, here's one from a few weeks ago.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Taylor Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p><img src="http://d6d2h4gfvy8t8.cloudfront.net/15088092-md.jpg" alt="" /><br> Shoot for a personal trainer in Bangkok.</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
User_2019667 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Hi all Canon lovers. I'm visiting from that other Camera Company as I do every Thursday. Great shots as usual from all. Lupo that dish looks soooooooooooo good.<br> Yea, Yea yea, Deans dish looks pretty good too. :-)) </p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hadi_khademi Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Happy Thursday everyone,<br> Here is a shot from last weekend. I had the pleasure of witnessing about three dozen bald eagles by the river. Around lunch time, all they do is sit on a tree or two and watch bird-admirers! But before lunch, they put a nice show on.<br> Regards,<br> Hadi </p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdebever Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>@Dean, Nice, but, can she cook?<br> Art time again, a new installation from my niece. Had to keep it dark so the led lights would show. A work in progress.</p> <div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_k5 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>A mother Owl and her Owlets.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian_wallace5 Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>We were sledding a few weekends ago and my kids had a total wipeout that I managed to catch!</p> <ul> <li>Technical Information:</li> <li>Camera: Canon 7D</li> <li>Flash: Did not fire</li> <li>ISO: 100</li> <li>Lens: Canon EF 24-105 f/4L IS USM</li> <li>Focal Length: 73mm </li> <li>Aperture: 4.5</li> <li>Shutter: 1/500</li> <li>Exposure Adjustment:+0.67</li> <li>White Balance: Cloudy</li> </ul><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john_burzynski Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p><img src="http://www.flickr.com/photos/jburzynski68/6792643725/in/photostream" alt="" /><br />A BIT WINDY<br />North Pier, St. Joseph, MI, temp was 30 degrees and winds 30-40 MPH.</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dean_schreuder Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>@John ~ I shot a wedding on that beach once! Wow, small world! Nice shot! :)</p> <p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan park Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>It is flare resistant.<br> <img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-iKHFZaYS8_w/TyX8eDGoFsI/AAAAAAABD0A/kPDVMF3kTwQ/s700/IMG_0707.jpg" alt="" /><br> 5Dc and 24L I</p> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rcsenn Posted February 2, 2012 Share Posted February 2, 2012 <p>Great shots this week, as always! I had hoped to get out to Pea Island NWR, but alas work got in the way. Maybe this week I can do that as I have my boss's ef 100-400. Of course he has been lusting after a ef 400 f2.8, and finally pulled the trigger on one; now we are both waiting for that beast. <br> This week I'm still playing with the ef MP-E 65. <br> Canon 7d; ISO 400; F10</p><div></div> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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