p.2 #1 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
Only 39, whew thought I might have to drift through 40 again
It would be hard for one to criticize any image realizing the degree of difficulty in each. Light, DOF, ISO compromise etc.
In summary you amaze me that you have this many keepers in such challenging conditions! Amazing on the technical side, absolutely stunning on the presentation side
As far as compositions I like this set over the last one, I think you have nicely placed your subject and made good use of natural elements to accentuate the subject so my approval
Lets pick one for improvement possibilities.......The Eye Lash Pit Viper (such a cool looking snake) If you selectively take the lower part of the snake hanging down and ease off the brightness (level or reduce contrast) then selectively lighten the eye cheek area I think it would pop! If you have specular highlights showing in areas just use the clone tool and remove.
One for the crop thought, the #7 Vulture could be IMO tighter by a wee bit on the right and shaved on the top. #38 the area under could be minimized, if there were more room from above with the falling rain it could work.
Curious, in lieu of flash can you paint with light (led flashlight) on certain subjects that don't move?
There you have a few 'nits' otherwise known as specific compliments
Fantastic set overall, amazing talent to get the quantity of images you have from CR!
Karl
p.2 #2 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
New Cat wrote:
Wow... so beautiful series Kdacharya !!! Thanks for sharing .
thanks so much Phil.
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kwilliam8 wrote:
You have not yet posted batch 5 and batch 6, but I have thoroughly enjoyed viewing your wonderful images! Keep them coming! Thanks for sharing.
Keith W.
thanks so much Keith. hope you like batch 5 and especially batch # 6 -
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kmunroe wrote:
another very nice set KD
thanks Kenny
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OwlsEyes wrote:
These are amazing...
You have some fantastic portraits with beautiful light and background. I love the addition of rain in some of these.
This set alone would be more than enough to make me happy if I were to have been as productive as you.
cheers.
bruce
thanks so much Bruce. CR is an unbelievable place.A must see and do place.
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morris wrote:
Superb set KD. I feel I'm missing something (40) :-}
I suggest you start taking photos of 1040's to stay in practice.
Morris
that is so funny Morris. the pictures of 1040 are now regulated by the government and have to be encrypted (:
thanks for viewing and comments
p.2 #4 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
eyelaser wrote:
The forest canopy is challenging enough but add in rain and the difficulty is of another order completely. Well done my friend.
Eric
thanks Eric for the constant support and the comment.
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surfnron wrote:
This is another extra nice set KD. I'd be very happy with any of these - except 12, which has an odd look. I suspect from the use of flash. I wish I could help, but I've never shot in the dark ~ Ron
agree about th#12, I did change it a tad, let me know if has made any difference. Probably the positioning of the flash was not appropriate
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dclark wrote:
Nice variety of excellent images. I would like to see more margay shots. You seem to have done well dealing with the photographic challenges.
Dave
thanks Dave.
there was so much time in the field that it did wonders to my photography growth.
There was literally a 30 second sighting that we were so lucky to have.only one more pic that may not be one of the better ones.
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birdied wrote:
You’ve done it again KD by posting such a marvelous group of photos ! Whatever challenges you faced , it certainly appears you overcame them . Beautiful work.
Birdie
thanks Roberta, I am sure you will find out for yourself how great that place is and what challenges you will have. At least now you have a list of items in addition to your own
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Photo Scout wrote:
Love the bats! The agouti is also super cool. The lighting looks good despite the rainy conditions.
thanks Scout.The agouti was heaven sent. also a fleeting glimpse.
p.2 #6 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
canon.eos30d wrote:
Amazing images, KD. I lost count my favorite. I just sit back and enjoy your photos. Thanks for sharing.
-Tam
thanks my friend your WTH is amazing and so was the BE. Looking forward to seeing you hopefully in March
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Tom In Arizona wrote:
Hi KD...
What's to say other that WOW!
Thanks
Tom
thanks Tom, really appreciate you viewing and commenting. You are posting amazing pics of quails.
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mikecable wrote:
Congrats on these amazing captures! I think you did an incredible job, thank you for sharing and well done. Sincerely, Mike Cable.
thanks Mike, appreciate the comment and the viewing.
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mrcolin2u wrote:
I don't know how many times I said WOW looking at all these stunning images ! Fantastic
thanks Colin for your patience. I may not have many more new and good ones. Only another 1 or 2 such long posts
Thanks for viewing and commenting.
p.2 #7 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
Yet another amazing set of good photography, KD! I am partial towards the rainy day images! I am guessing you must have shot between 20-30,000 images ... which is really not that hard to do when you spend 10 days in Costa Rica, as there is so much to see and shoot.
p.2 #9 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
Karl Witt wrote:
Only 39, whew thought I might have to drift through 40 again
It would be hard for one to criticize any image realizing the degree of difficulty in each. Light, DOF, ISO compromise etc.
In summary you amaze me that you have this many keepers in such challenging conditions! Amazing on the technical side, absolutely stunning on the presentation side
As far as compositions I like this set over the last one, I think you have nicely placed your subject and made good use of natural elements to accentuate the subject so my approval
Lets pick one for improvement possibilities.......The Eye Lash Pit Viper (such a cool looking snake) If you selectively take the lower part of the snake hanging down and ease off the brightness (level or reduce contrast) then selectively lighten the eye cheek area I think it would pop! If you have specular highlights showing in areas just use the clone tool and remove.
One for the crop thought, the #7 Vulture could be IMO tighter by a wee bit on the right and shaved on the top. #38 the area under could be minimized, if there were more room from above with the falling rain it could work.
Curious, in lieu of flash can you paint with light (led flashlight) on certain subjects that don't move?
There you have a few 'nits' otherwise known as specific compliments
Fantastic set overall, amazing talent to get the quantity of images you have from CR!
Karl...Show more →
Once again thanks so much for your analysis. It is these qualities of FMers like you that help newbies like me to grow and learn. I will most certainly try what you have recommended.Appreciate your viewing and commenting.
Best regards
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Bobg657 wrote:
KD, well done! Ordinarily I wouldn’t bother looking at so many images posted, but these are exceptional!
TFS, Bob
thanks Bob for viewing and commenting. CR is amazing place
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surfnron wrote:
12 does look better now KD ~ Ron
thanks Ron. appreciate the feedback
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bobbytan wrote:
Yet another amazing set of good photography, KD! I am partial towards the rainy day images! I am guessing you must have shot between 20-30,000 images ... which is really not that hard to do when you spend 10 days in Costa Rica, as there is so much to see and shoot.
Hi Bobby, thanks for the support. I took approximately 12k pictures including many that were complete blow outs.
These include the 2 cams, and all the lenses. Agree totally about CR's photo opps
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Jonathan Spool wrote:
Woh. I wish there was another 40. Excellent work in a challenging environment. Where werevyou in CR? Did you go by yourself or on a tour?
thanks Jonathan. Hope fully there will be another round or two, since there was so much to see and photograph
We were in multiple places in CR, in the rain forest low land, the Arenal region, the Pacific side and the cloud mountains.
p.2 #14 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
louie champan wrote:
What an incredible variety and superb photography.
thanks Louie so much for your viewing and commenting. You are killing it with the BEs. I am so envious.
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p.2 #16 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
I didn't want to stop scrolling for more! Congrats on a wonderful set! I'm partial to the eyelash vipers and the tree frogs. Gorgeous photos all around!
p.2 #17 · Costa Rica Round 3 Birds, Bats, Frogs,Reptiles, Insect and an Agouti (Image Heavy)
zotography wrote:
Too many good shot to pick. Beautiful set
thanks so much for the comment and viewing, CR is an amazing place with many photo opps.
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FullHousePhoto wrote:
I didn't want to stop scrolling for more! Congrats on a wonderful set! I'm partial to the eyelash vipers and the tree frogs. Gorgeous photos all around!
