Swan Lake
Jan, 2018Views
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Location
This photos was taken at RSPB Ham Wall in Somerset. I was scanning the reed beds for the elusive Bittern when I heard the sound of these swans coming informal a landing. I turned quickly and although I had no tie to check settings I managed to catch them landing on the water.Time
It was probably around 11 am on a warm summer's day. I was ready to pack up and go to another hide as nothing much seemed to be happening at this oneLighting
just before noon so lighting was fairly harshEquipment
I use a micro four thirds set up as it is is not as heavy to lug around. This particular camera is a panasonic g8 with a 100-400mm Tamron lens attachedInspiration
I enjoy birding and taking photographs of them .Sometimes while waiting for rarities to appear, or not, the commonest subjects can make the best photographs.Editing
Jus a little crop and increase vibranceIn my camera bag
Panosonic G* and GX80, Tamron 100-400mm lens and lots of spare batteries!Feedback
Be patient, but ready to act quickly, birds are fast and sneaky subjects. you never know what will show up.
