The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image.
Description
While shooting Sand Hill Cranes in Eastern Washington I noticed a flock of black birds seeking to divert attention from the cranes to them. (At least that is how it appeared to me.) It worked. I thought it would be easy to get a good photo, but it proved to be difficult.
Specific Feedback
This is cropped to about 2/3rds of the original to eliminate some human elements (fences). I had difficulty with the edges. There are also some open spaces. I chose not to fill them with copies of birds.
From my experience, Jim, it’s hard to get a flock of RWBB looking this nice as they take flight. Detail looks great and the cranes add a lot to the image. Reminds me of my trip to Bosque Del Apache.
I think you succeeded quite well, Jim. Flock shots are always difficult, but the overlapping of the blackbirds on the cranes tells a story about migrations and adds a bit of whimsy to the image.
Dennis, Thank you. They were quickly swooping around, as they usually do, but not in front of the cranes. Fortunately, I waited a little longer, and they made a pass on their way out of there.
