Screaming Eagles

dallas

Here are two of my favorites.........

traunerk

your eagle pics are just awesome...
you are quite fortunate (or diligent) to have found such a spot to photograph...if you don't mind my asking, what was the setup you were using and how far away were you?

Regards..Keith

dallas wrote:

Here are two of my favorites.........

Forehead

Oh those talons!
Likely MY favorite two eagle shots--especially the second one.

You should send them to the US Army's 82nd Airborne Division (I think they're the so-called "Screaming Eagles").

Rohirrim

Very nice. That first one is absolutely stunning :wow. The second one is darn nice too!

gluwater

I love the lines on the second shot, was he landing or picking up a snack?

Osprey Whisperer

I really like these, William. Nice job.

GREAPER

Wow. Nicly done.

windoze

one word for you -
AWESOME!!!


troy

dallas

Thank you Keith, the setup was very simple. The birds allowed me to get between 20 to 50 feet, therefore my one and only 80-200 mm Nikon 2.8 worked great hand held. In one case, I believe a bird knew I was safe when he flew close over my head, and landed about 10 ft. away. For some reason, they didn't like the tripod, and would shy away when I tried to use it. I wish I could have spent more time with them, but I am very greatful for the opportunity to have gotten these pictures.

Michael Allen

Just when I think you couldn't get better, you pop some more up there. Keep it up Dallas!

Harryb

fantastic

jwear

i see why they are great shots see you at the pond

dallas

Thanks Nick, I don't remember if he was looking for lunch, or just in a hurry to land. Lucky for me that I saw him coming. These were both my favorites Forehead, but what I consider my best will be posted soon.

dallas

Rohirrim wrote:

Very nice. That first one is absolutely stunning :wow. The second one is darn nice too!

I must agree Steve these two are rather stunning, and they work well together. When I saw what was happening, my camera got the first one beautifully, but was a little slow when he began the dive. At first I was disappointed, but in retrospect I think the little bit of blurr projects the speed at which he was traveling.

dallas

Greaper and Troy, thank you for the generous words; they do make a statement don't they?

dallas

Michael Allen wrote:

Just when I think you couldn't get better, you pop some more up there. Keep it up Dallas!

Well I have, what I think is better, but I'm sure the Forum will let know the truth of the matter. I have a few more, before I start the juveniles.

dallas

Thanks Jeff, I will be there. A "fantastic" from Harry. Wow. Greatly appreciated Harry.

dallas

I apologize Birdman for not replying promptly to this post..... thank you as well. Your encourgement and good humor is received with great appreciation.