Great first post. C & C? Well, the branches in the foreground sort of distract from the subject and, at least on my monitor, it seems a tad dark and soft, but really it is fine shot. Perhaps if you had moved slightly to the left in composing the shot, you could have escaped those branches, but I realize that in a zoo your movement is limited.
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Great first post. C & C? Well, the branches in the foreground sort of distract from the subject and, at least on my monitor, it seems a tad dark and soft, but really it is fine shot. Perhaps if you had moved slightly to the left in composing the shot, you could have escaped those branches, but I realize that in a zoo your movement is limited.
You have some nice details showing up. I hope to see more of your pics soon. Welcome.
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Actually, I should clarify. While I was technically within the confines of a zoo, this shot was NOT taken at one of the exhibits, but rather at a pond that was on the zoo property. I was able to move around the pond to get a good shot. This bird, along with several wood ducks, and other waterfowl were there of there own volition, and free to fly away if threatened. The pond was actually one of the least visited areas of the zoo, which aided in getting a good shot.
Welcome to Dgrin. Very good first post, and my only comment would be to try and shoot when there is less contrast in the light, especially on a dark and light colored bird. Nice image.
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Actually, I should clarify. While I was technically within the confines of a zoo, this shot was NOT taken at one of the exhibits, but rather at a pond that was on the zoo property. I was able to move around the pond to get a good shot. This bird, along with several wood ducks, and other waterfowl were there of there own volition, and free to fly away if threatened. The pond was actually one of the least visited areas of the zoo, which aided in getting a good shot.
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