# Bullock's Oriole, another top view **URL:** \ **Category:** Image Critiques\ **Tags:** birds\ **Created:** [June 16, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761 "2024-06-16T20:28:48Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Diane\_Miller](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/diane_miller/32/27391_2.png) [@Diane\_Miller](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Diane_Miller)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2024, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/1 "2024-06-16T20:28:48Z")
![_49A7808-Edit.jpg](https://images.naturephotographers.network/original/3X/2/0/20142e6f7d01da58447e41ff113a2f1abf0fd3e4.jpeg) > **Critique Style Requested:** _Standard_ > > The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image. ### Description This was two hours after the previous Oriole I posted, and apparently a different individual, from the minor tail damage on the previous one. We’ve had a lot of Bullocks this year, when Hooded have been predominant in previous years. ### Specific Feedback All comments welcome! ### Technical Details ![Screenshot 2024-06-16 at 1.11.24 PM](https://images.naturephotographers.network/original/3X/f/5/f55f7150048e7317aa2f9f8bbdec7657db7328cc.png) Very minor global Highlights and Shadows in LR. Into PS for Topaz Denoise (Low Light model) and removal of part of the perch support on the left. Face lightened with curves masked by a brushed on quick mask. Cropped to 61% of the original frame. * * * ### Critique Template Use of the template is optional, but it can help spark ideas. - Vision and Purpose: - Conceptual: - Emotional Impact and Mood: - Composition: - Balance and Visual Weight: - Depth and Dimension: - Color: - Lighting: - Processing: - Technical: ---
**Author:** ![Kris\_Smith](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/kris_smith/32/59826_2.png) [@Kris\_Smith](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Kris_Smith)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2024, 8:48pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/2 "2024-06-16T20:48:10Z")
Dear Diane, Now you’re just rubbing our noses in it. Love, Kris ---
**Author:** ![Dennis\_Plank](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/dennis_plank/32/27033_2.png) [@Dennis\_Plank](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Dennis_Plank)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2024, 9:04pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/3 "2024-06-16T21:04:33Z")
This is even better than the last one, Diane. The pose has tons of energy (potential of course) and the perch is absolutely wonderful. No nits at all on this beauty. ---
**Author:** ![Diane\_Miller](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/diane_miller/32/27391_2.png) [@Diane\_Miller](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Diane_Miller)\ **Post date:** [June 16, 2024, 9:07pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/4 "2024-06-16T21:07:05Z")
Awww, c,mon @Kris_Smith – at my age I gotta have some outlets! 😁 And thanks, @Dennis_Plank – I didn’t see your post when I first replied. Yeah, I think he was a coiled spring waiting for a Woodpecker to leave. I got several identical frames. ---
**Author:** ![David\_Schoen](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/david_schoen/32/368_2.png) [@David\_Schoen](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/David_Schoen)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 1:36am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/5 "2024-06-17T01:36:28Z")
Very nice. The perch and the position of the bird are wonderful. Excellent job on the detail. Excellent job on the composition. ---
**Author:** ![Allen\_Sparks](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/allen_sparks/32/63507_2.png) [@Allen\_Sparks](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Allen_Sparks)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 7:40am UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/6 "2024-06-17T07:40:13Z")
Gorgeous details, fine color and exposure with an interesting perch. Pleasing BG. My only nit is I wish the head turn was more toward us (seems to be slightly away). Still, a wonderful image of a real beauty. ---
**Author:** ![Diane\_Miller](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/diane_miller/32/27391_2.png) [@Diane\_Miller](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Diane_Miller)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/7 "2024-06-17T14:05:47Z")
Thanks, @David_Schoen and @Allen_Sparks! I never thought to try pishing, although I can’t say I’ve ever had any luck with it. I’ll try to remember to try it again, but this sort of pose usually lasts about a microsecond. ---
**Author:** ![Allen\_Brooks](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/allen_brooks/32/390_2.png) [@Allen\_Brooks](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Allen_Brooks)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 2:55pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/8 "2024-06-17T14:55:45Z")
Nice action pose (looks ready to take off) and detail. The perch adds a lot of interest and the background is nice as well. ---
**Author:** ![Peter\_Morrissey](https://assets.naturephotographers.network/user_avatar/community.naturephotographers.network/peter_morrissey/32/683_2.png) [@Peter\_Morrissey](https://community.naturephotographers.network/u/Peter_Morrissey)\ **Post date:** [June 17, 2024, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.naturephotographers.network/t/bullocks-oriole-another-top-view/41761/9 "2024-06-17T17:11:18Z")
Hi Diane The color is great and the eye contact and framing really tell a story. Peter