Oooh... that's the spot! (view larger)

A tender moment!

I caught this pair of little Corella "canoodling" in my backyard. I felt like

a voyeur, as I watched (TTL) for this special moment. Hope you enjoy

this image as I do, look forward to your comments.

Thanks for viewing larger........

Louise

The bliss is tangible, a great capture.

Hi GungaJim

Thanks for your comment, always appreciated from someone with a great portfolio as yourself.

Regards

Louise

Thanks Dominick

You hit the nail on the head...a very tender moment!

Kind regards

Louise

Hi Les

thanks for your kind words..

regards

Louise

What a gorgeous capture and story. Love the title. The larger image is very detailed in the plumage and the whole presentation is very "easy on the eye". The facial expression of the lower corella says it all.

Congrats on having the forethought to watch this "canoodling" pair TTL as you certainly caught the moment.

For me, this is your "best to date" of these backyard friends..... well done.

Into my "favouites" folder.

Fond regards

Hi Grayham

Thanks so much for your kind words, this is a favorite of mine also...

Very best regards

Louise

Hi Louise,

This is a very nice image capture.

The levels are well developed and the focus is concentrated on the subjects (where it should be).

Now, at this working distance, using a 200mm lens, the use of the full aperture of the lens would further your improve results. Going from F/6.3 to F/4.5 will typically show up as both a contrast and clarity gain. It would be observed upon enlargement.

Since the DOF is no concern here, the F/4.5 would be my choice. A side benefit would be the faster exposure of 1/1250 second. That is a good, especially for hand held telephoto lens, and birds that might be in motion.

Best Regards,  Mike

Hi Mike

Once again - thanks for taking the time to examine my photos. I have to admit to just "grabbing" this shot as the birds were coming and going and I didn't give too much thought, just switched to auto and clicked away! I am happy with the results though and have noted your suggestions for next time, as these guys come to my garden daily!

Best regards

Louise

A fine moment and beautifully captured.

Shooting this without getting any of the stick in front of them was very fine.

If you wanted to mess with it a little you could bring up the light just a tad on the face and eyes of the top bird and just a little on the blue area pf the lower one.

Again, an excellent shot.

Hi Steve

Thanks so much for your kind critique. I will have a dabble on PS with your suggestions.

Given the standard of your work (excellent in my view) I am very flattered that you took the time to share your thoughts.

Best regards

Louise

Louise,

Some great details here, and very well handling of the light with the light coloured feathers of the couple.

Their interactions definately put a smile on my face!

A small glimpse of Mother Natures "moments!"

Regards always,

Jim j.