Feeling Ignored??

Gallery: AvianPosted May 12, 2014294 views14 comments

During last year's Bosque Workshop, we were treated to a humorous dance from a male trying to get the attention of a female who seemed less than interested!

Always a treat to photograph during some of that famed morning light at the refuge.

Sharon Hallowell, John Neukirch and Patrick O'Healy all enjoyed this as well. I think they've posted some versions of this in the past so I hope this isn't too boring to view my take on the scene.

Canon 5D Mark III
500mm f/4 with 1.4x TC
ISO 700
1/1600 @ f/6.3

Larger version provided for critical viewing

Comments

14 comments

Comment posted by Sharon Hallowell on May 12, 2014 at 2:05 AM

The cold shoulder....These could never be boring for me! Nice take on this fabulous behavior! Gorgeous light, and the open bill is a plus. Sharon

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Comment posted by Max Waugh on May 12, 2014 at 6:54 AM

Cool scene, Keith. I particularly like how well the leaping crane stands out against that nice background.

Max

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Comment posted by Martin Dunn on May 12, 2014 at 11:55 AM

Gorgeous scene Keith. I particularly like the leaping crane and the wonderful warm light.

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Comment posted by Ken Watkins on May 12, 2014 at 12:53 PM

Keith,
Perfect title for a remarkable image

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Comment posted by John Neukirch on May 12, 2014 at 12:56 PM

A very nice and inviting image, seems like a long time ago now. Bosque is truly a magical place and once you’ve been there you’ll feel some sort of force that pulls on you to go back. I had never been there till Keith’s workshop in December and will without a doubt return there as often as I’m able. That phenomenal Bosque light along with how the refuge is laid out provides the bird photographer every opportunity for beautiful images. If you’ve been thinking about visiting there you should consider the workshop that Keith and his colleagues offer, I was quite glad I attended. Thanks again Keith!

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Comment posted by Hans Overduin on May 12, 2014 at 1:49 PM

These are the moments Keith - very nice shot indeed and it brings a smile to my face as well ! Cheers, Hans

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Comment posted by John Tobias on May 12, 2014 at 7:29 PM

Great catch of this behavior!! Tells a neat story. Thanks for sharing.

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Comment posted by Nate Chappell on May 12, 2014 at 8:06 PM

Beautiful image Keith, great light and the interaction tells the story nicely.

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Comment posted by Jim DeWitt on May 13, 2014 at 5:10 AM

The photo tells a great story. Sweet light, too.

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Comment posted by May Haga on May 13, 2014 at 5:34 PM

Always love to see the cranes do their dance. Lovely action.
May

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on May 14, 2014 at 10:58 PM

Nice "interaction" Keith. The light is classic.

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Comment posted by Ray Whitt on May 15, 2014 at 8:39 PM

Great interaction. Love the colors here, the light is wonderful.

Ray

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Comment posted by Marina Scarr on May 16, 2014 at 2:19 AM

Fun image of my favorite crane behavior! Lovely light!

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Comment posted by David Haynes on May 16, 2014 at 9:43 PM

Simply stunning light Keith. You can tell from the shadow of the wing on the left bird that the light is just off the horizon. Cold shoulder for sure. Very funny. You got both birds sharp also. Love the setting. Have to get there one day and would love to shoot with you Keith.

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