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FollowA mature Bald Eagle photographed on top of a mound of dirt in a farmers field during light snow. He was vocalizing to a 2nd Bald Eagle flying above him....
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A mature Bald Eagle photographed on top of a mound of dirt in a farmers field during light snow. He was vocalizing to a 2nd Bald Eagle flying above him.
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paulsCOPhotography
January 20, 2016
before reading the description I was thinking "see even bald eagles love catching snowflakes on their tongues"
CLourens
June 06, 2016
I absolutely love this photo! Its a masterpiece! I love birds and snow! It really is beautiful! I hope I will take such beautiful photos one day... ;)
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Location
This image was taken near Elora, Ontario.Time
This image was taken some time back, but I almost always go out in the early am only, so pretty sure it was before 10:00amLighting
It was one of those days when during a snow flurry that the sun peeked through the clouds. Always a magical timeEquipment
Taken with a Canon 5Dmk3 and a 500mm ii F4 prime lens, from inside my vehicle with the kit resting on a beanbag. No flashInspiration
Opportunity and good luck presents itself.Editing
I use Lightroom primarily for basic exposure adjustment and light balance, but I also use the Clarity feature to bring out the snow flakes. The image was heavily cropped due to the distance I was shooting, but with a full frame camera and a HQ lens I was able to minimize image quality losses.In my camera bag
I always carry with me a couple of Canon bodies - a 5D mk3 and a 5D Mk2 as a backup. Since taking this shot I have added a Canon 5D mk4. My primary wildlife lens is a 500 F4 which I necver go anywhere without, and if I need the reach I have a 1.4 extender that I can add to the combination.Feedback
Sure ... wildlife - both birds and mammals can be difficult to shoot and have a resulting high definition image. The closer you can get can get to the subject is paramount, but with high performance equipment it is possible to shoot from further out and still get a great image. Using your vehicle as a blind, as was the case in this image, can assist in getting the subject to accept your presence. I usually advise newcomers to the "hobby" to pick your moment, don't shoot indiscriminately, and be ready and aware at all times.