It's taken me a little time to respond to your last several postings. I haven't seen a whole lot of such work from you....this kind of subject matter, overall approach, etc. I've decided that I like this stuff quite a lot.

Throughout the series, you've done a great job of controlling the DOF.....getting maximum impact in each presentation. The crisp detail, particularly in the critical areas ( eyes, etc. ), is exceptional. I'll give you a lot of credit for that....but having Nikon glass around doesn't hurt either. In any event, that element was superior.

The thing that impressed me the most, though, was your success in getting the character of the subject to come through in such a strong fashion.....in every single shot!!!! Son, that kind of perception and execution is a real gift.

Kudos, my friend,

Tom

Originally Posted by black mamba It's taken me a little time to respond to your last several postings. I haven't seen a whole lot of such work from you....this kind of subject matter, overall approach, etc. I've decided that I like this stuff quite a lot. Throughout the series, you've done a great job of controlling the DOF.....getting maximum impact in each presentation. The crisp detail, particularly in the critical areas ( eyes, etc. ), is exceptional. I'll give you a lot of credit for that....but having Nikon glass around doesn't hurt either. In any event, that element was superior. The thing that impressed me the most, though, was your success in getting the character of the subject to come through in such a strong fashion.....in every single shot!!!! Son, that kind of perception and execution is a real gift. Kudos, my friend, Tom

Tom,

First, I'd like to thank you for such a concise response to my latest series of zoo shots.

I'm really thankful for your input, especially for your last paragraph. I tried with this zoo series to personalize the animals/birds as best I could. I found it particularly interesting/challenging to try and show some "character" of zoo animals/birds. I tried to avoid normal "documentary" type shots.




On composition, DOF and color:

• I always strive for good composition.
• I try to use composition and DOF to move the viewers eye to where I intend the main focal point to be.
• Color, the animals/birds take care of that aspect for me I just try to place my subject with a background that highlights the main subject.

On sharpness, I have no argument about the stellar Nikon glass!

Again, thank you for taking the time for such an in-depth reply

The level of detail on the feathers is very nice, good capture of the expression of the bird too!

Originally Posted by Juano The level of detail on the feathers is very nice, good capture of the expression of the bird too!

Thanks Cristobal!

He's a pretty fella! Love the blue colour, and the fine in-focus detail. Very nicely captured. Does he want some Brazil nuts from my cupboard?

A really fine shot. That blue is powerful.

Randy, I echo everything that Tom said! As for Nikon glass......

Lauren

Originally Posted by macromeister He's a pretty fella! Love the blue colour, and the fine in-focus detail. Very nicely captured. Does he want some Brazil nuts from my cupboard?

Hey Rob,

Thanks for the comment. As to the nuts, I'll bet he'd enjoy them, but it would be a pretty long trip for you to get them here

Originally Posted by Cornflake A really fine shot. That blue is powerful.

Thanks for that Don!

Originally Posted by redleash Randy, I echo everything that Tom said! As for Nikon glass...... Lauren

Howdy Lauren,

I appreciate that!

I'm still blown away with the 70-200 VrII & 2x verIII teleconveter. Very sharp!

Originally Posted by black mamba It's taken me a little time to respond to your last several postings. I haven't seen a whole lot of such work from you....this kind of subject matter, overall approach, etc. I've decided that I like this stuff quite a lot. Throughout the series, you've done a great job of controlling the DOF.....getting maximum impact in each presentation. The crisp detail, particularly in the critical areas ( eyes, etc. ), is exceptional. I'll give you a lot of credit for that....but having Nikon glass around doesn't hurt either. In any event, that element was superior. The thing that impressed me the most, though, was your success in getting the character of the subject to come through in such a strong fashion.....in every single shot!!!! Son, that kind of perception and execution is a real gift. Kudos, my friend, Tom

Dittos on what Tom said so well.
Inspiration for my next visit to the San Diego Zoo.

Hello Randy ! How are you ? Still keeping that magnificent avatar !!!

I was pointed here by Rob from another forum and I found this magnificent image of yours with a not less magnificent blue.

Great image Randy !

Dang, Randy. This is wonderful!

Absolutely wonderful! I feel like he is looking at me, like he is about to hop to my arm.

--- Denise

Originally Posted by Earache Dittos on what Tom said so well. Inspiration for my next visit to the San Diego Zoo.

I really appreciate that Eric!

Have fun at the zoo. Looking forward to seeing your images.

Originally Posted by Antonio Correia Hello Randy ! How are you ? Still keeping that magnificent avatar !!! I was pointed here by Rob from another forum and I found this magnificent image of yours with a not less magnificent blue. Great image Randy !

Well hello there Antonio!

Man, I've really missed seeing all your great photographs. I hope you can grace us with some of your images in the near future!

Thank Rob for me for pointing you here

Take care my friend,

Originally Posted by Icebear Dang, Randy. This is wonderful!

Thanks John, as I always appreciate your input

Originally Posted by denisegoldberg Absolutely wonderful! I feel like he is looking at me, like he is about to hop to my arm. --- Denise

Hi Denise!

I'm really glad that the shot showed some of the birds personality to you

Thanks for your continued support.

BTW, Tater says hello