Green magpie

Gallery: AvianPosted August 2, 2018658 views8 comments

I was privileged to explore this breeding pair of skulker after years effort in the Himalayan foothill forest near my home town Siliguri,they were bold enough to forage near me after spending few days with them.
Canon 7DII,700mm f5.6,1/400s,ISO 1000.
Thanks for looking and your valuable comments.

Comments

8 comments

Comment posted by Keith Bauer on August 2, 2018 at 1:17 PM

A very nice tight portrait of this beautiful bird. Details are great.

I think the image is a bit flat as presented and has a lot more potential to show off the bird. I did a few quick adjustments selecting the bird for targeted adjustments, but also add a bit of luminance to the entire image.

See what you think. You can click on this to see a larger version.

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Comment posted by Debapratim Saha on August 2, 2018 at 2:15 PM

Yes Keith,agree with the luminance issue.

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Comment posted by Richard Teller on August 3, 2018 at 6:53 AM

Nice sharp portrait with good color and dof. The insect in it's beak adds interest. I like Kieth's suggestions.

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Comment posted by Jim Zablotny on August 3, 2018 at 9:05 PM

I like either version and Keith's edits will provide a better and brighter print. Wonderful portrait.........................Jim

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Comment posted by Dennis Plank on August 3, 2018 at 9:51 PM

It lookslike this one had babies to feed, Debapratim. It does tend to make most birds a bit bolder. Superb detail throughout and I love the colors. Very well done. I agree with Keith that it could have a bit more pop.

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Comment posted by S Govindarajan on August 4, 2018 at 1:34 PM

Excellent portrait of this colorful magpie, Debapratim. Awesome colors and great to see it with all the bugs in its beak. I think Keith's edits make this image more punchy.

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Comment posted by Peter J. Morrissey on August 4, 2018 at 4:55 PM

Hi Dedapratim
The second posting is better. The framing, color and detail are right on.
Peter

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Comment posted by Philip Hodgkins on August 4, 2018 at 8:34 PM

Nothing I can add to what has been said. Keith's editing certainly gives a bit more oomph to the image.

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