Wilson's Plover


Posted by Chris Fagyal on Fri Aug 29, 2003 7:09 pm

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Last weekend I was priveledged enough to be able to go to Fort DeSoto in Florida on Sunday. This is one of many images I was able to capture of this species. They were very approachable on the east beach.

Taken with a Canon Eos10D + Canon 400mm f/5.6. 1/800th at f/13.0.
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by Robert Kemmerlin on Fri Aug 29, 2003 7:11 pm
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Nice shot, from the looks of the shadow it must have been around noon. Harsh light is difficult to overcome, you did well.
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by Bruce DiVaccaro on Fri Aug 29, 2003 9:30 pm
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I like the pose of the bird. You did well with the harsh light. I'm no expert on the use of fill flash, but I think it could have helped to eliminate some of the shadows. A lower angle would also improve the shot if it was possible.
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by Jim Probst on Fri Aug 29, 2003 10:59 pm
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I really like the pose and the feather detail is nice! Good work!
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by Jim Neiger on Sat Aug 30, 2003 8:13 am
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You did well with this given the harsh lighting. I lower angle would have helped if possible.
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by Matthew Whitley on Sat Aug 30, 2003 8:41 am
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Chris,
Cool shot... the light is a little high, but you did well. What a huge bill!
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by Heather Forcier on Sat Aug 30, 2003 5:11 pm
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I don't think I've ever seen one of these guys, how cute! The light is a touch harsh but you did well for the time of day. Great how the environment compliments the tones of the bird.
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by Anthony Medici on Mon Sep 01, 2003 7:06 pm
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Normally, I would say get lower. Based on the OOF vegetation below and to the right, I'd say you got the angle just right. The under side of the bird is surprisingly lit considering you weren't using a flash. The sand acting as a reflector or some good shadow recovery on your part.
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