Great egret at sunset

This egret was clearly preparing to fly when I first saw it and luckily I was in time to capture it in flight, in the last sunlight of the day. The screech of the bird added an eerie quality to the moment, but alas sounds can not be photographed. I like the dark reflections of the trees in the water and the quietness of the scene. As always, your comments are very welcome.

"...the quietness of the scene." Yes, that's what struck me about this image. I think this photo captures some of the elements that so obviously impressed you. Your description of the screech of the bird breaking the silence caught my interest. Viewing this picture, I can almost hear it myself.

A very beautiful image, well composed , wonderful light and accompanied by an interesting introduction, ciao Giangiorgio

A very good introduction to the image, I enjoyed it. The image is excellent the light through the wings simply beautiful..........................Holger

Amazingly beautiful capture.

Hi Jack,

 

I like it to read that you can almost hear the screech of this heron looking at this picture. It was a strange experience to have that silence broken, even for someone who is a regular birdwatcher like me. Thank you for your very nice comments! Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Giangiorgio,

 

this picture is special to me, as I realized when I shot it. It was an unforgettable moment and everything seemed to fall into place. Thanks for your friendly comments! Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Holger,

 

everybody mentions the introduction; I like that. Thanks for your friendly comments! Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Saad,

 

thanks for your appreciation of this photo! Kind regards, Vincent

Great sense of perspective and depth!

Hi Philip,

 

thank you for your appreciation of this photo. It was a special moment and everything seemed to come together. I would have liked a higher image quality though, but I can't complain having captured this moment. Kind regards, Vincent

Aside from its technical merits, this image is all about the sort of solitude and serenity in which a photographer can find a magnificent winged creature like this egret flying gently to its next roost. Vincent, you are privileged to have visited this spot with all its beauty and to have shot this photograph. The lighting is nothing short of magical. - - michael

Excellent picture, Vincent! Delight! Sincerely, Tatiana

Well captured. Wildlife at it's best. BR, Franz

Hi Michael,

 

thank you for your beautiful comment! I feel privileged indeed to have been able to shoot this picture, it is undoubtedly one of my best 'wildlife moments'. Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Tatiana,

 

thank you very much for your delightful comment, I really appreciate your attention for my photos! Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Franz,

 

thanks you for your generous compliment! It means a lot to me. Kind regards, Vincent

I like the setback of the egret because it helps to envision the forward motion. The colors are wonderful and the exposure perfect so the feathers are not burned out. Wonderful reflections in the water that enhance the beauty of the image. Have a great day, Paul.

Hi Paul,

 

thank you very much for your beautiful comments on this photo. It's one I am proud to have made. Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Vincent, this image is very wonderful. The colors of the water contrast beautifully with the whiteness of the heron. Lighting is the best here and gives transparency to the wings, the reflection ... is the cherry on the cake! Kind Regards, Rosario.

Hi Rosario,

 

thank you so much for these friendly comments! I was happy to get the chance to photograph this scene, it all came together that afternoon. Kind regards, Vincent

I love laconic images. That one is a good example. Nothing drags your attention from the object. Great work!

Hi Evgeny,

 

thanks a lot for your friendly comments! I really appreciate the comment 'Nothing drags your attention from the object', which is, in my opinion, the best feature of this photo. Kind regards, Vincent

Hi Richard,

 

thank you for adding this photo to your favorites! Kind regards, Vincent