“There is no bad light. There is spectacular light and difficult light. It’s up to you to use the light you have.” – Jay Maisel
I am sure this quote is up for discussion , but I tried to make the best of being out at the "wrong" time of day with these shots while keeping in mind that just being out gives me joy.
Your comments, nits , suggestions are always welcomed and greatly appreciated.
Thank you for looking and I hope you enjoy,
Birdie
1. White Pelicans on a log in the Mississippi River
2. More White Pelicans, another log . Cargo ships in the background
3. Blue Heron in the Bonnet Carre Spillway
4. Cormorant fly over in the Bonnet Carre Spillway
No, I've always found that rather than the light itself, the qualities of intensity and direction thereof have more to do with the overall quality than the light itself.
Douglas
Very creative use of whatever the light was....thinking out of the box isn't something that comes natural to everyone but you make lemonade out of lemons look very easy.
Eric
I think you just made your quote into an axiom with this post. Every one of them is a winner, and I love the use of bokeh bubbles in 1 and 5.
Well done Birdie!
Eric
louie champan wrote:
Most impressive set Birdie. You made some difficult light work to your advantage, your post processing is always fantastic. Image 6 & 7 are terrific.
Thank you Louie, I appreciate it.
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TT1000 wrote:
Jay Maisel, one of America’s greatest real estate investors.
True !
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runakid wrote:
7 and 8 are so good
Thanks , glad you like them
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douter wrote:
No, I've always found that rather than the light itself, the qualities of intensity and direction thereof have more to do with the overall quality than the light itself.
Douglas
Not sure that I can separate the qualities (intensity and direction ) as an independent elements of light especially when you might not have the all the qualities working for you. Too many variables for my brain to wrap itself around.
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csinseattle wrote:
Birdie,
Wonderful set of photos and you worked the light
Chris S.
Thank you very much Chris.
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kdacharya wrote:
beautifully done, Roberta. I like the pelican shots with great bokeh. voted
I appreciate the kind words and the vote KD, thank you.
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CDalessandro wrote:
I think you did an excellent job with the light...beautifully done!
Carol
Your choices on composition in this set are impressive and very well seen IMO
Light is light, the only 'bad light' is the lack of light
Enjoyed these for you overcoming the challenges in light and making the most of the comps to strengthen the image. Love the placement of the Cormie in the frame, the Turtle shot has sooo much good character it is a winner for sure and I do like the Cormie silhouette image as well. Nice control on exposures throughout.
Jim Dockery wrote:
Great set! #2 & #6 really stand out for me.
Thank you very much.
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tjbel05 wrote:
Birdie, these are spectacular. I love them all but 2, 5 and 6 are my favorites.
Much appreciated. Glad you like them.
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sum1sgrampa wrote:
All so lovely Birdie. #2 and #5 are really nice !
Gary
Thank you Gary,
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johnohio wrote:
Beautiful Birdie ! My favorites are # 1,2 5 and 7. Oh bye the way I think you used the light very well
John
John, much appreciated kind sir,
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dugaut wrote:
Very enjoyable set; thank you for sharing. #5 I love the light and the pose. #7 I like how the one eye is staring back at the viewer.
Glad you like them, thank you.
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eyelaser wrote:
Very creative use of whatever the light was....thinking out of the box isn't something that comes natural to everyone but you make lemonade out of lemons look very easy.
Eric
Thanks Eric for the looking and commenting. I really appreciate it.
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Erictator wrote:
I think you just made your quote into an axiom with this post. Every one of them is a winner, and I love the use of bokeh bubbles in 1 and 5.
Well done Birdie!
Eric
Eric, really appreciate your most kind words. Thank you.
