Bonaparte's Gull At Dawn

Posted by Matt Filosa on Mon Sep 26, 2016 5:46 pm

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Taken about a month ago in New Hampshire (USA).

I agree that the "Golden Hour" is the most beautiful light (despite the early alarm clock!). But I wonder if it applies unilaterally to birds that are mostly white? I find sometimes it makes the bird appear yellow, not white. Any thoughts on this question, or how to manage for this in the field?

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Matt

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by Karl Egressy on Mon Sep 26, 2016 7:53 pm

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Nice image Matt but a little tight in the frame.
I love white birds in early morning golden light.

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by Jeff Munoz on Mon Sep 26, 2016 8:45 pm

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Great details Matt, lovely light and well exposed. Just like Karl I think is just a bit to tight as well. Saludos!!!

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by Gaurav Mittal on Tue Sep 27, 2016 5:29 am

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Nice light and mood here. The bird is a bit tight in the frame.

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by Carol Clarke on Tue Sep 27, 2016 5:55 am

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Another vote for a touch more room all round Matt. I love the effect of that early light on white plumage - it gives them a subtle glow that definitely enhances the image for me! A lovely capture and I can almost 'feel' those soft feathers.

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by David Stimac on Wed Sep 28, 2016 9:36 pm