Here is a capture of some burrowing owls that I took late this summer that I finally got around to editing. Cropped for composition and B/W conversion. C & C welcome and greatly appreciated.
Johnny: Could you explain why it appears off to you? I am color blind so I have problems with correct color at times.
If he is seeing what I am seeing the shot is leaning toward magenta, the dirt looks pinkish and the warm browns in the feathers are somewhat the same. Also is probably affecting the normally brilliant eye color.
There are few people on this forum that are color blind, it is still good to see your passion for photography!
The B&W actually shows some of the intensity in the eyes and nice contrast in the body that the WB challenged color one is missing Neat critters, someday I may get the chance.......................
Thank you all for looking. It makes me feel good to receive compliments from the fm greats. I have seen work from the majority of you and what you all are producing has been inspirational, humbling, and motivating all at the same time.
Hung: Thank you for the comment. I think the eyes is why I liked the b/w version better.
Dpic: They are very interesting creatures to be sure. I enjoy watching them as much as I do photographing them.
fwyflyr: Thank you
Karl: Thanks for the insight. At times I have to rely on the computer correcting the color. My wife and kids help me as well. Anything off of a primary color and I have problems We have an abundance of them in my hometown during the late summer months. They hang out with the prairie dogs (we have an abundance of those as well). Ever in Kansas let me know. We are also a major flyway for migratory birds with some exceptional wildlife refuges close by.
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