the-stilt-walker

I was surprised to have captured this moment and even more so with a

tolerable degree of clarity. Kind of rare for me. Must be the lens.

Comments and critique appreciated.

Well, surprise or not, an excellent shot (and title)...  Mike

Hi Wayne,

  Priceless stare & wonderful image with beautiful details & colors.  It almost looks like it has sticks for legs.  Take care, Patsy

Mike,

Thanks.  Your kind comments are encouraging.

Patsy,

When I first noticed this image I thought for a second it was trying to tip toe over the ice.  Thanks for commenting.

Amazing timing...sometimes it works in spite of our best effort...just keep pushing that shutter button...a lovely Tufted Titmouse.

Sheesh! You are even training them to do tricks now : - ) 

Bur seriously you are far too modest, I have seen your work and and like this one one it is of a high calibre! 

Excellent clarity and detail! 

I noticed you used a 100 mm lens, how close did you manage to get to the bird, and did you crop the image?

Compliments! 

Alf 

J,

Yes, in spite of myself.  Thanks.  I really appreciate your kind comment and the name of the bird.

Alf,

Thanks.  Much appreciated.  Yes, this was cropped.  I think my working distance was about 3 meters.  And given the amount of caffeine in my veins at any given time I am pretty sure I used a tripod.  Still learning this lens, but so far it performs impressively.

I like the sharpness.  Good work!

What a cute little guy!! their faces are so sweet. Another lovely capture with decent detail as well Wayne. This presentation works well with these images.

Nothing I can add that hasn't already been said!

Excellent title, details & clarity, background & colors!

Very appropriate presentation too! Adds to the overall subtle tones.

I do love the stare!

Cheers,

Jim j.

Bill,

Thanks for the kind comment.  Sharpness is somewhat a new goal for me.

Gail,

Thanks.  Decent clarity is an accomplishment for me. I used not to be so concerned about sharpness, even now sometimes not.

Jim,

Thanks.  You hit every point I was striving for in this image.  Much appreciated.