Female Cardinal

Gallery: AvianPosted May 13, 201172 views6 comments

You can see the setting sun in the eye and I thought that was pretty cool. There is a green wash on the left side from leaves and I rather like this effect.
Nikon d300s, 150-500 mm lens, 1/500 f 8, 450 mm ISO 640
Any comments and suggestions are welcomed.

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6 comments

Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on May 13, 2011 at 10:26 AM

I like the pose and comp for your portrait and the nice view of the eye. Sharon

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Comment posted by Luca Mussato on May 13, 2011 at 11:19 AM

I like the reflection in the eye (would like to see it in a larger version), the composition works well to me, the green effect doesn't bother me bt the dark block on the RHC (the one under the 2011) is a little bit distracting.

Cheers, luca

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Comment posted by Luca Mussato on May 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

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Comment posted by Charlie Baugh on May 13, 2011 at 11:53 AM

Pleasant little bird Sue. Looks like she was trying to be still for you.

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Comment posted by Howard Cheek on May 13, 2011 at 1:16 PM

Pleasant portrait Sue, great catchlight and I like this soft BG.
Good work & have a nice weekend!

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Comment posted by David E Lester on May 14, 2011 at 9:56 AM

Love the shot, color, comp, and BG....!!

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