Raptors - Black Backed Kite

the from above is a shot you don,t see very often, it is a very nice shot, how did you get above the kite 

You seem to have "fumbled" your way to taking a fantastic shot, sharp well focused  and with great perspective and composition.

Very well done!

Regards

Alf

I think my "cropping" of the image has possibly created the perception that you see.

This image was taken at a Raptor exhibition...... a large cleared area surrounded by trees. He was at the point of turning to come back towards us.....  about 8ft off the ground...... the afternoon sun was to our left.

Regards 

From a photographer of your calibre, your kind comments are humbly and gratefully received.

Your portfolio is truly amazing.

Thank you for taking the time to visit and comment.

Regards

Hello again Grayham

If you are going to keep getting great captures like these you MUST increase your shutter speed.  If the EXIF data is correct here, 1/125 is way too slow. Try to keep it up around 1/1000 or better for action.  Setting your ISO up to 400 or higher will help.

At any rate, nice shootin'!