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Gallery: Weekly ChallengePosted February 4, 201589 views5 comments

"Happiness is a Swan Feather Pillow"

A trumpeter swan at a pond near my home. My camera didn't have much reach but after sitting in plain sight for hours at a time and many days for many years the family was quite comfortable and trusting of me. This was the lady of the family and while I was watching them she just tucked in her beak and went to sleep. She drifted by right in front of me. Fortunately my Sony R-1 is completely quiet (zero shutter sound) so I didn't wake her when I took the photo.

Sony DSC-R1, ISO-160, f8.0, 1/500

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5 comments

Comment posted by Alberto Patiño on February 4, 2015 at 8:49 AM

Perfect indeed for the topic - it does not get more peaceful that this. And a beautiful composition, complemented by great light.

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Comment posted by Mark Seaver on February 4, 2015 at 10:57 AM

She stands out beautifully, especially in the larger version, Gary. You've also got great details in her feathers and reflection.

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Comment posted by Barb Pflaum on February 4, 2015 at 6:34 PM

She looks very peaceful! The reflections and the green grass in the bg are beautiful. Very nice, Gary!

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Comment posted by Albert Darmo on February 4, 2015 at 9:54 PM

Hi Gary

So peaceful and calm. that envy you , to be able capture this sublime scene

Albert Darmo
Canada

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Comment posted by Carol Nichols on February 5, 2015 at 9:30 PM

Gary, I love where you have placed the swan in this photo. The still water, swan with reflection, and simple color palette all create a very relaxing mood.

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