American Bald Eagle MOURNING SONG

The world changed eight years ago on September 11, 2001. This image is

my tribute to that tragic day.

 

This image of an American Bald Eagle, MOURNING SONG, is symbolic of

the pain and hurt of that day, but also strength and courage; Let us

never forget.

 

This image was captured on the last day of my first trip to Homer,

Alaska. I ventured out in the dark with an image like this in my mind.

I had tried on several mornings to make this image, but several things

had to align for it to become a reality. I needed the full

co-operation of the pre-dawn light, lightly overcast sky and not only

an Eagle, but an Eagle on my perch, parallel to me and with it's wings

outstretched and singing. I knew I was asking a lot, but the moment I

pressed the shutter release will remain in my memory forever. I can

still hear the "kleek-kik-ik-ik", kak-kak-kak" and remember just how

cold and damp the pre-dawn Alaskan air was.

Beautiful tribute!

I agree! Majestic shot and pose... Well Done Gail

Awesome shot...the eye is especially intense. It's almost like it's glowing or something. And the lighting is great. I can't seem to manage to capture white feathers very well, but you have them all in crisp detail.

I just watched the '911' movie the other night with Nicholas Cage...I had not been able to watch it before....just couldn't. We all remember where we were on that day, at the very moment we first heard.

 

I was at home having a very relaxing morning.....puttering around the house. My husband was working in 'Homicide' on a case that got quite involved, and rarely called me at home. When he did call, he told me to put on the TV. I asked him why....? when he told me, I would not believe him, and chastised him for joking over something so serious.............but after insisting I turn on the TV............I was immediately shocked, and my entire way of thinking and looking at life and the way we live was changed forever.

 

Your image is a wonderful tribute, and I can imagine how great you must have felt when the 'shutter' clicked...............magnificent image.........I've never heard the 'song of the eagle' but I shall listen for it on the documentaries in the future. Thankyou for sharing your story and this lovely image with us all...sincerely, Gail

Amazing tribute to a day that will live on in our memories for years to come. May we never forget. What an amazing capture!!!!! Excellent! Regards, Leslie

Excellent capture!

it seems as if raring back and giving a war cry. but also as your title states....a mourning song. very appropriate title.

Outstanding shot Chris

Great piece of work, love it to bits! and I echo your sentiments behind the shot.. Ray

I would be surprised if an eagle either knew or cared about the quibbles of men. Beautiful shot however.

Great capture Chris, i love the symbolism of it. Congrat

Best Regards

Patrick