GBH Portrait

[Richard_Sandor]

I took this photo around 7:30 AM while the bird was facing the sun. The light was softened by smoke in the air from a very large and nearby wild fire. One oof branch was removed from mid-frame. I debated removing the branch nearest the bird’s head but decided to keep it.

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Pertinent technical details or techniques: 1/2000, f5.6 and ISO 640 at 500mm and uncropped.

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[peter (Peter J. Morrissey)]

Hi Richard
I learned something from the photograph, some times, leaving the body darker works with the early morning sun. Nice framing color and detail.
Peter

[David_Schoen]

Pleasing composition with very nice light. The warm tones really make this image work. I might clone the way the branch just behind the head as it does draw my eyes somewhat.

[Lyle_Gruby]

Light is gorgeous, and the details look good. I like the perch, except for the branch behind the bird’s head. If mine, I’d have to clone it out.

[Dennis_Plank]

Gorgeous lighting in this image, Richard. I also like the way the shrubbery frames the bird. A beautiful composition.

[Richard_Sandor]

Keith: thanks for the choice. It’s nice to be recognized given the number of excellent photos posted here in Avian. Richard