coming in for a landing (updated Feb. 2011)

Comments appreciated:

Wow, an excellent action shot and I'm always amazed at the vivid colors on these ducks. Great shot and I'll bet Lefty makes it.... Mike

Great capture. Seen many burds in flight photos. This is unique.

Beatifull shot Jim!! I like the position in wich you capture this duck.

 

Congrats!

Great composition and exposure. But why 153 Jim? Regards.

Excellent shot!

Jim the colors are gorgeous, light is perfect, and such a pose....very nice DOF, perfect isolation and stands out so good against the blues in the bg...well done!! :)

Your p/p work is very attractive as is the shot...Regards

Awesome action shot Jim! Nicely processed, great colors and composition.

 

Warm regards, Pamela

 

Perfect timing. Congrats.

Your kind comments are very much appreciated. This photo was taken in the late afternoon, the sun was lighting the duck from the right as he came in for a landing, in addition to the birds position and 'stopped action' I also liked the way his eye was visible and lighted even though shadows from the wing feathers crossed his face. 1/5000 at f8 at ISO 640.

 

Jim

jim, this is one-of-a-kind image. fantastic capture.

What a amazing capture... The colors are also amazing... Excellent shoot..

 

All the best, Jill

Fabulous 7/7 - have you been hiding these from me? (*_*).

Dror, Jill and Tony,

 

Thank you, it is very nice to get such positive feed back. The early Spring landscape is a bit of a challenge, but I'm afraid I haven't risen to that challenge since I've become obsessed photographing the returning Geese.

 

Jim

Hi Jim, thanks for your comment. 153 is an amazing capture. Amazing because of the colors and clarity of a bird in flight. I'm impressed !!!! A definite 7/7. Cheers.

This is one of the most spectacular shots we have seen of this beautiful bird.

 

Best regards, Anne & Runar :-)

Very fine action shot with great colors and beautiful timing!

Great moment!

Regards, Nebojsa.

 

the colors make it stand apart from all the other excellent bird shots on the site. great timing

I've been staring at this one a while and can't think of anything that could be better. The color is gorgeous, with green, blue and fiery orange shining out from the luxurious feather wrap. Much has and can be said about the dynamic "pose". I like the way the wings encircle him like a Las Vegas show girl's mantel. I personnally like the fact that his eye was caught just in the light between his feathers, like he is peeking out from behind a cape. The feeling of suspense is strong: as he is...just...almost...a webbed toe...and half a flap...away from his landing. One could also imagine him winking and getting in a quick wave to the crowd with his free foot before a final touch down ends the show. - Jerry

These colors are magical! There's really good action and human interest... is this going to end badly? :)

Fantastic image!

I am back to visit to enjoy a superb shot.

I am back again.