A load of crap!

Jody MelansonJody Melanson Registered Users Posts: 416 Major grins
edited October 23, 2011 in Wildlife
Here are a bunch of older images I haven't shown yet. Hope you find one or two you like. :)

Bohemian Waxwing.

1
277675649_E59KV-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1000"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Ring Necked Duck in a pool of gold. ( this was taken with a borrowed 500/4 with a 2x extender)

2
273527607_rExLR-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 1000mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Snowy Owl

3
250596705_vVto2-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/3200"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

For those folks up here in Canada, enjoy it while it lasts! :D

4
264765569_BhRvn-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/2500"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Sanderling brought to you all the way from Aruba. :)

5
299853564_GbuWn-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1600"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Mallard hen announcing her arrival. This was shot on a dreary cold winter day.

6
231363806_fuBuN-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F5.6
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Another guest from Aruba, a Brown Pelican.

7
299853115_QcXJZ-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1600"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

I don't know what kind of Crab this is, but I shot him in Aruba also. They jump and walk forwards unlike other Crabs I've seen. :O

8
297306311_v2SGD-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Here is a Tree Swallow getting a drink in late day light.

9
282204341_GVYBp-O-1.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Tree Swallow passing by.

10
281427521_Swe2X-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Lesser Yellowlegs trying to not get his feet wet. :D (a lower angle would have been better!)

11
191194699_aBMJn-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1600"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Redheaded Woodpecker giving me "the look". :D

12
185711147_X7Waz-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F5.6
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

The best Mosquito of all....a DEAD Mosquito! LOL (shot at 5x with a borrowed MPE-65)

13
178306144_Sk9AJ-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/250"
F Number = F16
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 100
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 65mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A lady Purple Martin.

14
175015761_7dXYA-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1600"
F Number = F5.6
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Common Loon with a little Loon. :)

15
173237418_kT6ty-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/500"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Early morning. (shot with a Canon 28-135)

16
189071212_ZbPiz-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/40"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 28mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

Bluejay. (shot with a borrowed 1DMK3)

17
204578301_bRSMj-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark III
Exposure Time = 1/1250"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

My favourite Owl, the Short Eared.

18
219805220_AwCHW-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/2500"
F Number = F5.6
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Monarch Butterfly.

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206286976_ijCZw-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/1600"
F Number = F8
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Off
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

A Mallard drake trying to impress the ladies. :D

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220350422_J8fJD-O.jpg

Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
Exposure Time = 1/2500"
F Number = F5.6
Exposure Program = Manual
ISO Speed Ratings = 400
Metering Mode = Spot
Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
Focal Length = 400mm
Color Space = sRGB
Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

And that's it for today folks! Hope you found something you liked. :)
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Comments

  • CuongCuong Registered Users Posts: 1,508 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2009
    I like them all.thumb.gifbow Thanks for sharing. The EXIF data is also very helpful.

    Cuong
    "She Was a Little Taste of Heaven – And a One-Way Ticket to Hell!" - Max Phillips
  • dlplumerdlplumer Registered Users Posts: 8,081 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2009
    Thanks Jody
    Dan
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  • silversx80silversx80 Registered Users Posts: 604 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2009
    One or two that I LIKE!?!?! rolleyes1.gifrolleyes1.gifrolleyes1.gif


    Let's try ALL of them!
    - Joe
    http://silversx80.smugmug.com/
    Olympus E-M5, 12-50mm, 45mm f/1.8
    Some legacy OM lenses and an OM-10
  • moose135moose135 Registered Users Posts: 1,420 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2009
    With the thread title, I wasn't sure what to expect :D but what great work, Jody! I like them all, but I think my favorites are the Snowy Owl in #3 and the Tree Swallow in #9 - LOVE the reflection you caught!
    The Moose is Loose!
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  • MrBook2MrBook2 Registered Users Posts: 211 Major grins
    edited August 14, 2009
    I would be happy to have any *one* of these to my credit! #9 and #11 are true winners.

    Incredible work.
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  • thapamdthapamd Registered Users Posts: 1,722 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    Holy moly! Talk about some incredible photography! You're in a league of your own, Jody! It was such a pleasure to view these fantastic images! clap.gifclap.gifclap.gif
    Shoot in RAW because memory is cheap but memories are priceless.

    Mahesh
    http://www.StarvingPhotographer.com
  • imagesofhimimagesofhim Registered Users Posts: 527 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    Oh.... to have such amazing shots in my portfolio!!! What a great portfolio you must own!!! I'm in awe... truly! Seeing this, makes me feel that ugly green monster, Jealousy, rise up!

    You should be proud! Thank you for sharing. The EXIF is a huge help---especially to this "wannabe" photographer. clap.gif
    Blessings,
    Marjohn

    Images of Him Photography
  • goldenstarphotogoldenstarphoto Registered Users Posts: 252 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    Wow, after seeing these I had to check out your website. I added you to my favorites so I can check back often. Great work! thumb.gif By the way, #3 and #18 are my favorites of this set.
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  • MaestroMaestro Registered Users Posts: 5,395 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    With this as crap, my best must be nothing but sh*t! rolleyes1.gif
    Stephen
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  • Rene`Rene` Registered Users Posts: 207 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    Awesome!!!
    Love them all!!!!


    Jody Melanson wrote:
    Here are a bunch of older images I haven't shown yet. Hope you find one or two you like. :)

    Bohemian Waxwing.

    1
    277675649_E59KV-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1000"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Ring Necked Duck in a pool of gold. ( this was taken with a borrowed 500/4 with a 2x extender)

    2
    273527607_rExLR-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 1000mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Snowy Owl

    3
    250596705_vVto2-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/3200"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    For those folks up here in Canada, enjoy it while it lasts! :D

    4
    264765569_BhRvn-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/2500"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Sanderling brought to you all the way from Aruba. :)

    5
    299853564_GbuWn-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Mallard hen announcing her arrival. This was shot on a dreary cold winter day.

    6
    231363806_fuBuN-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F5.6
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Another guest from Aruba, a Brown Pelican.

    7
    299853115_QcXJZ-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    I don't know what kind of Crab this is, but I shot him in Aruba also. They jump and walk forwards unlike other Crabs I've seen. :O

    8
    297306311_v2SGD-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Here is a Tree Swallow getting a drink in late day light.

    9
    282204341_GVYBp-O-1.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Tree Swallow passing by.

    10
    281427521_Swe2X-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Lesser Yellowlegs trying to not get his feet wet. :D (a lower angle would have been better!)

    11
    191194699_aBMJn-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Redheaded Woodpecker giving me "the look". :D

    12
    185711147_X7Waz-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F5.6
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    The best Mosquito of all....a DEAD Mosquito! Laughing.gif (shot at 5x with a borrowed MPE-65)

    13
    178306144_Sk9AJ-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/250"
    F Number = F16
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 100
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 65mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A lady Purple Martin.

    14
    175015761_7dXYA-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F5.6
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Common Loon with a little Loon. :)

    15
    173237418_kT6ty-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/500"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Early morning. (shot with a Canon 28-135)

    16
    189071212_ZbPiz-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/40"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 28mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    Bluejay. (shot with a borrowed 1DMK3)

    17
    204578301_bRSMj-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark III
    Exposure Time = 1/1250"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash fired, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    My favourite Owl, the Short Eared.

    18
    219805220_AwCHW-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/2500"
    F Number = F5.6
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Monarch Butterfly.

    19
    206286976_ijCZw-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/1600"
    F Number = F8
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Off
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    A Mallard drake trying to impress the ladies. :D

    20
    220350422_J8fJD-O.jpg

    Model = Canon EOS-1D Mark II N
    Exposure Time = 1/2500"
    F Number = F5.6
    Exposure Program = Manual
    ISO Speed Ratings = 400
    Metering Mode = Spot
    Flash = Flash did not fire, compulsory flash mode
    Focal Length = 400mm
    Color Space = sRGB
    Exposure Mode = Manual exposure

    And that's it for today folks! Hope you found something you liked. :)
    Thank's,
    Rene`
    http://memoriesbyrene.com
  • MarcyMarcy Registered Users Posts: 189 Major grins
    edited August 15, 2009
    the tree swallow getting a drink is magnificent - great timing and light - what a beautiful image
  • CookieSCookieS Registered Users Posts: 854 Major grins
    edited October 23, 2011
    They are all Great.
  • AndyAndy Registered Users Posts: 50,016 Major grins
    edited October 23, 2011
    Whoa. *LOVE* the Snowy!
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