First Eagle shot

Posted by Paul Klenck on Tue Dec 21, 2004 11:59 pm

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While I've enjoyed some wonderful eagle encounters, I finally had one with a camera and adequate lens on hand. Travelling with my cousin to Washington State we stopped to walk at Dungeness NWR. He'd never seen the Pacific before. We walked a 1/2 mile through the woods to an opening by a cliff looking down to Dungeness Spit. The moment we got to the viewpoint--a screech and this stunning creature lands on the tree (hemlock?) What a way to see the Pacific for the first time!!! Though not a great image, it means a lot and I'll be making a print for him. Suggestions are sought!!

10D
1-4IS @ 400mm
ISO 200
1/200, f 7.1
cropped about 50%

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by Carol Clarke on Wed Dec 22, 2004 6:11 am

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This is one more wild Eagle shot than I have Paul!!

This really shows how far they must be able to see from their lofty vantage point! Lord of all he surveys!!

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by KK Hui on Wed Dec 22, 2004 9:25 am

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I like the big picture feel to this one, Paul! :roll:
Love the comp ...

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by Alan Murphy on Wed Dec 22, 2004 9:26 am

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Paul, one of the benefits of photography for me, is the memories when I look at the photo, so I understand you on this one. I would also try a vertical crop (which would mean trimmimg some of the wider branches) It's a nice shot.

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by Dan Wolin on Wed Dec 22, 2004 9:42 am

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I like the perch and obviously lighting conditions were not ideal. I think a vertical comp may be nice as well. It is fun to get your first eagle picture - they are amazing to see in the wild.

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by phurd on Wed Dec 22, 2004 9:49 am

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Hi Paul, I know the feeling of seeing these guys. I found a nesting pair near me, and the owner gave me permission to enter his property. I have a few shots of them now, but have been mainly letting them get use to me. I hope to be posting a shot soon, but they are awsome. Glad you had your camera.

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