Redtail Hawk
Mar, 2014Views
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Location
Down the road near my home in rural Southern Wisconsin.Time
Mid afternoon.Lighting
Lighting was pretty good. I only adjusted for daylight shooting.Equipment
Rebel T3i with Canon Zoom Lens EF 75-300mmInspiration
Love birds. I had been seeing several hawks in the area and one day had my chance. Husband drove the car. I would get out past the was...approx 2 power poles away and slowly walk towards the hawk. Hawks are very nervous and don't care for us humans getting too close. By not looking directly at his I was able to get close enough for some really good shots. This one was when he took off and even though the wire was there I liked this shot the best. Very detailed and I feel also good lighting. One of my very favorites so it hangs on my wall.Editing
Cropping onlyIn my camera bag
2 Canon Cameras - Power Shot SX40 HS and Rebel T3iFeedback
Have lots of patience! It may take several opportunities to get that perfect shot!
