Grackle (landing)

Fantastic!  I have some recent experience to testify to the diffulculty of this shot... Mike

Thanks for your enthusiasm.  I felt this rendered best in B&W, partly because of the low key and partly because of the noise which resembles film grain.  (a bit retro)  I had peanuts out for the Blue Jays but these guys and the squirrels conspired to highjack the photo experience.  Lemonade from lemons it would seem.  Best, Len.

Wow! All I can add is "Nevermore!"

I hope that means you approve!  :-)  Best, Len.

Definitely. It's a distinctive picture. The quote was in reference to the Edgar Allan Poe poem "The Raven" (Even though it's probably not one)

Amazing low light candid, your timing is just fantastic!

I'll have to look that one up.  I don't recall ever reading Poe but one of my favourite movies when I was a kid was "The House of Usher" with Vincent Price.  Scared the bejeebers out of me for months. I must agree, this shot fits the mood of that movie.  :-)  Thanks for taking the time.  Best, Len.

It helps to have an attraction for these guys (peanuts).  'C'ontinuous' mode is also a big help.  That, and a ton of luck.  :-)  With your 10 fps camera results like this should be even easier for you.   Thanks for your visit & thoughts on this humble offering.  Best, Len.

Hi Len,

  Wonderful image with amazing lighting & perfect timing on your part.  Take care, Patsy

For me, a keeper for sure.  Thanks for your visit & comment.  Best, Len.

The ugly side of the birds I would say, the dark one! Speaking of darkness I like the low key approach to this picture! Very impressive indeed!

 

Best regards, Len!

 

PDE

The kind of pet Batman or Darth Vader would appreciate. :-)  Low key seems to work to this offering's advantage.  Thanks for your visit.  Best, Len.

Your constructive comment\critique will be gratefully received. LM.