Landing - ( Phoenicopterus roseus)

Landing - ( Phoenicopterus roseus) - I photographed this flamingo in the landing phase, shortly after dawn, with the first rays of the sun, from the top of a hill overlooking the lagoon of Cagliari (shooting distance about one km), Nikon d500, Sigma supertele 300- 800mm, f / 6.3, 1 / 1600sec, ISO 250. Thanks for your comments

Another flamingo dancing on the water, especially for you, Giangiorgio! This image is nothing short of a masterpiece, Its composition and perspective not only account for the diagonal landing, but also for the elliptical areas that shrink in size from right left. To me, this is easily explained: the larger the area, the more force exerted by the bird. Yet, I can't explain the splashes of water generated in the 2 smallest areas. No doubt, the spectacular ambient lighting conditions resulted in the bold contrast and the water's colors, which are extraordinarily vivid. Finally, although a lesser photographer possibly might have oversharpened the image, you certainly did not; the sharpness level suits the subject matter perfectly. - - My best always, michael - - Ciao!

I agree with Michael, masterpiece and beautifully composed. Congratulations, what a picture!

Michael, thank you for your appreciation and great commentary of my photo, ciao Giangiorgio

Many thanks Miroslav for your visit and appreciated comment, ciao Giangiorgio

Excellent landing! It's so beautiful! I agree 100% with Michael Best, Tina

Tina, many thanks for your visit, comments and appreciation, ciao Giangiorgio

Looks like a pretty straight landing, Giangiorgio. I like the circles as they get smaller in size. Love how the water splashes are lit up by the sunlight. As the circles get smaller they get more distorted. I assume it is because the bird is slowing down and sinking more into the water. A beautifully composed and presented image that shows off your expertise in these types of images. Best regards, Paul.

I knew at once this was one of yours, Giangiorgio! Nobody does it better.

Another one of countless perfect images, GC. I love the way you describe the photo with such info as distance, equipment, and exposure. Ciao, Bill

Paul and Dana , thank you for your appreciation and great commentary of my photo, ciao Giangiorgio

Michael, many thanks for your visit, comments and compliments, ciao Giangiorgio

Bill, I am grateful for the words you expressed. Glad you liked it, ciao Giangiorgio

Very elegant and laconic!

Svetlana thank you very much for your comments and appreciation, gla you liked it, ciao Giangiorgio

Made powerfully graphic through design, hue and contrast. Excellent work, Giangiorgio.

Thank you very much, Wayne, for your comments and appreciation, ciao Giangiorgio

Hi Giangiorgio,

 

a photo instantly recognizable as one of yours! You have proven on countless occasions to master this type of photography, combining all the different elements that are part of this into one great image. To capture the movement of this landing with the right exposure to get the 'golden' light is difficult enough, but knowing where to be and what to expect are part of it too. Finally, knowing the habits of your flamingo models is key to this great bird photography. Bravo! Kind regards, Vincent

Graze mille Vincent. I always appreciate your visit .Thanks for your interesting observations . To get this kind of photo you need to get up before sunrise on windless days and hope to be lucky. The margin of time in which to take these photos is a few minutes after sunrise, then when the sun rises, it becomes too bright. If the flamingos don't move in this short time, the day is lost. I'm glad you enjoyed and appreciated it, ciao Giangiorgio

Giangiorgio...Another amazing bird action image with the unique Crisponi Gold environment.Bravo again my friend!Salutations-Laurent

Bellissimo scatto Giangiorgio, questo fenicottero ha la grazia di una ballerina ! bravo !

Giovanni , grazie per la tua visita e per il tuo bellissimo commento, ciao Giangiorgio

Grazie mille Laurent for your generous comment, ciao Giangiorgio

This is quite something unique! The golden color of the water especially! Wonderful capture of the moment in physical and aesthetic sense of the word! Complimenti, mio caro amico! PDE

Grazie mille Pierre for your generous appreciated comment, ciao Giangiorgio