Pelican - Captive, San Diego Wild Animal Park

Posted by Safariguy on Sat Nov 29, 2003 1:24 pm

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I am not sure about this image. I like the reflections, but not to crazy about the BG. It is kind of moody with the dark background...

Any help appreciated. Nikon D100, 80-400VR - 400mm, handheld 1/350@F5.6

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by NDCheryl on Sat Nov 29, 2003 3:19 pm

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Jeff,

I really like the dark BG. It really makes the bird stand out. The reflection is cool as well but what I really like are the striations in the pouch.

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by Steve Mason on Sat Nov 29, 2003 7:39 pm

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I like the dark bg, and as Cheryl pointed out, the pouch makes this shot.

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by Alan Murphy on Sat Nov 29, 2003 9:50 pm

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Great detail Jeff.

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by Bill Whala on Sun Nov 30, 2003 12:13 am

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I agree with you Jeff. The reflections are very nice. The dark background works well with this subject. The oof object in the bg would be my only nit.

Excellent shot!!

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by Jill on Sun Nov 30, 2003 1:07 am

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Marvelous detail in the pelly, Jeff. He's appearing petable to me, i.e., I'd love to smooth down his locks !!! I agree with Bill on the BG object. A mighty sweet looking youngster !!!

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by Chas on Mon Dec 01, 2003 6:30 pm

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Jeff, the bird, background, and detail are wonderful. I find the comp disconcerting; a bit central, and high in the frame as posted. Moving the bird right in the frame would further enhance this fine image.

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