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This guy stood so still for me while I took about 10 shots of him hoping for a sharp one....I think I got it. Standing in the shade against a dark fence allowed...
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This guy stood so still for me while I took about 10 shots of him hoping for a sharp one....I think I got it. Standing in the shade against a dark fence allowed me to easily create the black back drop in post processing. Beautiful birds up close.
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cameraCanon EOS 7D

settings Aperture f/5.6 ISO 640 Shutter 1/500 Focal Length 200/1 

upload_dateSep, 2015

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6 Comments |
maniscalcog
 
maniscalcog October 06, 2015
Absolutely .. Great .. Color .. Composition Everything !!
JoanLoBo
JoanLoBo October 09, 2015
Thanks Ed...It's one of my new favorites.
leola
 
leola December 15, 2015
Awesome photography!!
JoanLoBo
JoanLoBo January 08, 2016
Thank you Leola
BrianBasson PRO+
 
BrianBasson June 04, 2016
Superb shot!
Cookies4U
 
Cookies4U August 30, 2017
I love everything about this photo! Congratulations on a superb capture.
JoanLoBo
 
JoanLoBo February 03, 2019
Just saw this message. Thank you for your positive comments
NatureLoverJJWal
 
NatureLoverJJWal December 08, 2020
So beautiful bird. Congratulations on your award!
JoanLoBo
JoanLoBo December 12, 2020
What award m? I wasn’t even aware I received one. Thanks for telling me.

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this photograph of the up close flamigo at a small local zoo in Nassau Bahamas.

Time

We visited the zoo mid morning. After a show that involved the flamingos prancing around a small arena they were set free to wander around the park. Because they were so used to humans gawking at them, I was able to get up real close with a 200mm lens and snap this photo..He stood so still, watching me, which allowed me to get this sharp image of his face.

Lighting

I shot this image with ambient light. It had rained when we first arrived at the park, but once it stopped the cloudy overcast sky allowed for soft non contrast lighting. The flamingo conveniently worked into the shade and positioned himself against a dark backdrop of bushes. I was very happy with the contrast of the dark background against his bright body.

Equipment

I photographed this image handheld with a Canon 5D mark 3 with a canon 70-200 L lens.

Inspiration

The bright colors and incredible beauty of the flamingo inspired me to take this photo.

Editing

I processed this image in camera Raw CS6. My work flow in camera raw consists of adjusting the whites, blacks, shadows, contrast, clarity and vibrancy. I also adjusted my levels. The background originally had a muddled quality to it so I cleaned it up and smoothed it out using the clone tool. Finally I sharpened it with a Nik software plug in called "output sharpener"

In my camera bag

The equipment I pack depends on the photo excursion destination, the subject, and the time of day. Since this was a mid morning shoot to a zoo to shoot animals, I packed my Canon 5D with a telephoto lens..Animals can be easily spooked so a telephoto lens is a must. My telephoto lens of choice is the Canon 70-200 L lens with image stabilization. I usually bring along a light weight carbon fiber tripod too. I find myself using a tripod or a mono-pod when I shoot with this lens, because although the Canon L lens has superior glass and has helped my photography reach a higher level, it is extremely heavy...caused my shoulder to develop bursitis, so the tripod helps to take the load off my shoulder and also helps to keep my images sharper. Last I often pack a flash when I am doing zoo photography. I like to put some fill light into the animal's eyes.

Feedback

When shooting animals, try to get your animal images in the shade, out of bright light so you avoid harsh lighting and clipped highlights. If you find the lighting is too harsh return in the early morning or in the evening when the light is sweeter. Use some fill flash to brighten their eyes and bring out detail in their fur and feathers. Have patience...watch and observe the animals..learn their habits, and allow them to get used to your presence. Use higher shutter speeds so you capture and freeze movement without blurring your image. Lastly don't make any sudden or quick movements. Move slowly and quietly so that you don't spook them. If convenient use a tripod or mono-pod to ensure sharpness.

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