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Posted by Chas on Tue Sep 09, 2003 12:42 am

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Six hrs in a blind yielded only eight images, but if I could get one like this every six hours, I would gladly do it all the time. Lasting for only a brief moment, the background is morning sunlight reflected off marsh reeds 200 yards away. I constantly metered for the background before the bird landed, filling in the kingfisher with strobe upon its arrival. I only had time for three images before the bird took off on its territorial rounds. Metering for this most important element beforehand was key.

D1X, 400 f/2.8AFS, fill flash w/ better beamer, blind

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by Jill on Tue Sep 09, 2003 12:47 am
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Oh, my goodness, Chas. Utterly gorgeous result!! I love it!!!
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by stevebein on Tue Sep 09, 2003 12:53 am
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Great shot and the background sings. What type of meter do you use. I want to replace my Seconic 508 which disappeared on my last drive trip along with the GPS. I know the type is not as important as the nut behind the instrument, but I would appreciate the info since I have to get another meter anyway.
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by walkinman on Tue Sep 09, 2003 1:02 am
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Hey Chas,

gorgeous image, of course. Looks like your strobe was significantly off camera, was it outside the blind? Also, did you only use one flash? And do you ever use a softbox or equivalent strobe diffuser in the field? You must have been awfully close, with a 400, to fill the frame like this. Very good work in the field is required to get these kinds of shots ... well done man.

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by Wayne Ellis on Tue Sep 09, 2003 2:09 am
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Chas, This image drives home the advantage of using a hide. Well done m8t.
Comments and reposts welcome

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by Neil Fitzgerald on Tue Sep 09, 2003 2:35 am
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Is it possible I have seen this before? Definitely an image that sticks in my mind. Great work.
 

by PParker on Tue Sep 09, 2003 5:52 am
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Can't beat the subject or background. I sure would have fun making a print of such a beautiful subject. This is a gorgeous shot Chas.
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by Steve Sage on Tue Sep 09, 2003 6:44 am
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Chas, this is one of my favorites. Cheers!
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by KK Hui on Tue Sep 09, 2003 6:59 am
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Just outstanding, Chase! :lol: :lol: :lol:
Six hours for a WINNER ... not bad at all :shock:
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by NDCheryl on Tue Sep 09, 2003 7:21 am
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Chas,

You already know this is one of my favorites of yours. It is great to see it again. It certainly has Visual Impact!
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by Alan Murphy on Tue Sep 09, 2003 7:34 am
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This makes me sick, its so good. :)

I wish it were mine.
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by Rob Palmer on Tue Sep 09, 2003 7:46 am
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Jawdropping image. Thanks for all the technical info. Truly beautiful image.
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by Michael Eckstein on Tue Sep 09, 2003 7:48 am
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Probably the best kingfisher image I've ever seen!!!!
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by RichardMittleman/Gon2Foto on Tue Sep 09, 2003 9:28 am
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by Jack Frank on Tue Sep 09, 2003 9:59 am
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Outstanding Capture
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by Greg Downing on Tue Sep 09, 2003 10:10 am
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Not probably, but definitely, the best portrait of a kingfisher I have ever had the pleasure of viewing. Just an amazing shot and one of my favorites. Hard work and perseverance paid off big dividends!
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by George DeCamp on Tue Sep 09, 2003 10:22 am
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Absolutely awesome shot teach! :shock:

Gotta love these Nikon images you have! :lol:
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by Fero on Tue Sep 09, 2003 10:38 am
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This is absolutely gorgeous! I love the BG. I should buy a blind! Do you have any recommendations? It looks a bit oversharpened on my (not good) monitor.
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by Alan Melle on Tue Sep 09, 2003 10:59 am
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I remember this image! Flawless! Sure do wish this was mine.
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by Wil Hershberger on Tue Sep 09, 2003 11:18 am
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Stunning! By far the best kingfisher image I have ever seen. Excellent work Chas. Your wait certainly paid off big time.
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