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Archive 2012 · Perfect Reflection -- Kildeer at SJWS's Pond A (1 pic)

  
 
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One can get some unreal backgrounds at Pond A in Irvine's San Joaquin Wildlife Sanctuary. And you don't even have far to walk; it's right off the parking lot. All you have to do is get there around sunrise, when the sun starts peeking over the nearby hills. Then you have to hope for calm conditions and that a nearby Avocet or duck doesn't "make waves" When everything comes together -- magical. This was taken withh the 40D/100-400 IS mounted on the BushHawk. C & C welcome as always.

Steve
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Jan 31, 2012 at 06:32 AM
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Very impressive Steve. Nice balance of elements. I liked the plant in the BG although you could trim a little from right side of the frame.

Related question: How do you like the BushHawk for shooting birds?



Jan 31, 2012 at 06:37 AM
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moonyguy wrote:
Very impressive Steve. Nice balance of elements. I liked the plant in the BG although you could trim a little from right side of the frame.

Related question: How do you like the BushHawk for shooting birds?



Thanks for the critique about the framing, Vishnu. I'll experiment with a right-side trim. As for liking the BushHawk, the simple answer is -- it's perfect for me. Now that I have the 500 f4 it never leaves the BushHawk, and while walking sling the rig around my neck to hold it upside-down under my right arm, usually holding on to the hand grip. I prefer portability rather than using a tripod as I tend to ramble about the entire day. The only continuing problem I've had is with the BushHawk shutter release cord, which when working properly allows you to use the shutter trigger button next to the hand grip so you can hold the unit tightly and fire away at the birds; especially useful when in-flight. I've gone through about 3 cords and none of them have worked consistently. But other people's luck may vary.

Best Wishes,
Steve



Jan 31, 2012 at 06:57 AM
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Very nice Steve ~ Ron


Jan 31, 2012 at 07:07 AM
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This is super Steve

Morris



Jan 31, 2012 at 07:11 AM
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surfnron wrote:
Very nice Steve ~ Ron


Thanks Ron, appreciate the look!

Steve



Jan 31, 2012 at 07:15 AM
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morris wrote:
This is super Steve

Morris


Thanks Morris. Pond A is pretty well-known around here for giving the birds a painterly bg on occasion, and I've seen times just after sunrise when the birds look like they're in liquid gold.

Best Wishes,
Steve



Jan 31, 2012 at 07:18 AM
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Very nice. Love it.


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Jan 31, 2012 at 07:44 AM
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Jude Perera wrote:
Very nice. Love it.

Jude


Thanks Jude!

Steve



Jan 31, 2012 at 08:11 AM
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I love this shot! Great capture !

Birdie



Jan 31, 2012 at 08:36 AM
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It is a very nice image. Well done!!


Jan 31, 2012 at 08:52 AM
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p.1 #12 · p.1 #12 · Perfect Reflection -- Kildeer at SJWS's Pond A (1 pic)


Steve you did nail this one BIG time.

Wacky roger



Jan 31, 2012 at 09:06 AM
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Beautiful shot Steve.....


Jan 31, 2012 at 09:12 AM
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Pretty shot Steve. Yeah, would like to see a little crop on this shot too.

George



Jan 31, 2012 at 09:57 AM
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Sweet shot Steve


Jan 31, 2012 at 10:12 AM
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Pure beauty Steve

Tim



Jan 31, 2012 at 10:40 AM
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Excellent reflection Steve!

Phoo



Jan 31, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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Perfect, Steve!
Andy



Jan 31, 2012 at 10:50 AM
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Stunning shot Steve. Well captured.

Gary



Jan 31, 2012 at 11:44 AM
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Beautiful reflection!


Jan 31, 2012 at 12:37 PM
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