Where were you the night of the 4th??

This is a photogrpah of Lord Perkie Duckeebird, tenth generation of Duckeebirds to rule the lakes and rivers of Texas. Perkie's great great grandfather was friends with James Butler Hickok (May 27, 1837-August 2, 1876) better known as Wild Bill Hickok. They meet during a fishing trip and remained freinds for years.

Nice shot, I like the lighting.

It's like he was posing for you in his own spotlight :-) Nice detailing in the shadows as well.

Picture shrimp boats on either side of him and he was cruising along into the light. The shrimpers were throwing bits to the pelicans, so they were milling around.

Loved the expression and the lighting in this one. Comments?

Excellent light, Kim. Excellent "expression". Did you desaturate a little? Nice shot.

Just when I thought there were not any more original bird shots anywhere to be found, I run across Kim and Lord Perkie Duckeebird. Kim, beautiful light on Lord Perkie. What a pose.

Jamie, no didn't desaturate, but I notice the posting to PN isn't anywhere near as vibrant as my original. Not sure why...

 

CJ, these birds seem to have so much character, there usually are one or two shots where they are almost human.

Very nice shot, think it suits the darkness, well done.

muy buena composicion , luz , color y fondo un saludo

Kim, a fine shot with the eye drawing attention to it. The light is excellent. He does look menacing!

Wow, the lighting is great. Background and body as well. Nice Kim. Did you convert to sRGB before posting here (saturation issue)?

Bryan, I can't figure out how to do that - it's been mentioned before to convert to that. I don't see that mode in PS at all. Can you help???

Kim, I have PS 7 and it's: Image|Mode|Convert to profile. In the Destination space dropdown there'll be a choice something like "sRGB IEC61966-2.1" or similar. You won't notice any change in PS after converting, but you should in your browser after upload to PN. Hope this helps...

Bryan - THANKS! I reposted and it looks like the original, although maybe a tad darker. I use PS CS and it was under "edit/convert to profile". Much appreciated!!

As great as ever, Kim....!!!

I like the minimal details that have all the "story", very nice light and placement on the frame. Pnina

Before I read your comments, I knew you had replaced the photo. I noticed a difference immediately - more saturated yellow first, then red, and blue.

Bryan, I can't tell you how appreciative I am of your help! It was SO frustrating to have a decent image, but it wouldn't post the same.

I'd say we're even... as I sit here and look at my print of your kudus :)