Least Tern

Posted by Craig Lipski on Sat Apr 24, 2021 11:54 am

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Least Tern
Sternula antillarum

South Padre Island, TX

I'm normally not a high-key fan; I'd much prefer puffy clouds against a pastel sky. But, if he's just going to hang there. . . .

5DIV
100-400 4.5-5.6 II
1/3200, f/8, ISO 1600
Eval +1.67

Hand held, natural light

Comments and suggestions always welcome

Good light,
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by Karl Egressy on Sat Apr 24, 2021 12:43 pm

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Nice white on white.

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by david fletcher on Sat Apr 24, 2021 1:12 pm

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Great comp. Love the high key effect. Nicely done Craig

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by Ron Day on Sat Apr 24, 2021 4:01 pm

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Lovely composition and excellent high key exposure, Craig!

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by rajandesai on Sat Apr 24, 2021 4:12 pm

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This is so beautiful. Love the high-key here. The yellow bill makes the bird stand out with that high-key frame. Love it.
I am waiting for them to return to our shores - hopefully soon.

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by Mary Brun on Sun Apr 25, 2021 9:25 am

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I love too much this high-key image, the composition and the action of the subject are really beautiful.
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by ADKShooter on Sun Apr 25, 2021 10:54 am

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I too prefer the type of sky you suggested. However, you did a terrific job on this high key shot. As you related, if it presents itsel you have to take it and work with it later. Well done.

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by Carol Clarke on Sun Apr 25, 2021 3:16 pm

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I'm not a hi-key fan either, Craig - but the simplicity and use of negative space is stunningly beautiful! This would make a gorgeous print that would grace any wall. Love it!

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