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Not only am I driving north to attend, I've told other members of a photo club I belong to about the event.
I will be there to glean every little detail I can from Mr. Bannick. LOL
If time allows, I would like to take in Mr. Meche's session as well.
Deka
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You'll get there. No substitute for shutter time. What camera are you using? Some cameras have auto focus adjustments to help photograph birds in flight.
Your's was a difficult shot. When shooting adult bald eagles in bright sunlight I usually under expose (negative photo compensation) to keep from burning out the bright white head and tail feathers. That would have been difficult to do in your shot and still have the dark colored baby hidden in the shadow show up at all.
Your's was a difficult shot. When shooting adult bald eagles in bright sunlight I usually under expose (negative photo compensation) to keep from burning out the bright white head and tail feathers. That would have been difficult to do in your shot and still have the dark colored baby hidden in the shadow show up at all.
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Deka
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Thank you for the words of encouragement Bill.
I'm using a Canon T4i and a Tamron 150-600 mm lens. Probably not the best camera to use but it is what I've got to work with.
I was so surprised by the adult showing up that I forgot to change the exposure. Alas, I was not prepared. LOL
Hoping to spend some time next weekend and try again. Hummm - need to check on the tides.
My first close up adult eagle capture but I hope it is not my last.
I'm using a Canon T4i and a Tamron 150-600 mm lens. Probably not the best camera to use but it is what I've got to work with.
I was so surprised by the adult showing up that I forgot to change the exposure. Alas, I was not prepared. LOL
Hoping to spend some time next weekend and try again. Hummm - need to check on the tides.
My first close up adult eagle capture but I hope it is not my last.
I don't know what auto focus options are available for the T4i. For a basic start, shoot in AI Servo mode using high speed continuous shutter release if your camera has those options.
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photographmemories
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Not a bad photo at all and it's your first eagle close up too! You're even seeing things to improve on as the artist. I bet I would have hardly noticed any flaws if you hadn't mentioned them. A solid photo, thanks for sharing and I enjoy your photography here. You have a good eye and some nice wildlife captures.
Chad
Chad
Deka
Member
Chad, Thank you for the compliment.
I know I have a long ways to go to be as good as some of you but a person has to start somewhere. LOL
As any artist will tell you - They are their own worst critic.
I figure that the only way I can get better is I critic my own shots and learn how to do better. .... But then isn't that what everyone tries to do if they want to get better?
I don't expect to be a professional, but I would like to take shots that I would be proud to print and enjoy in my own home.
Not sure what the eagles will provide this weekend but I'm looking forward to the experience. They will only be around for a short 2-3 weeks more and then they will fly off to salmon rivers to feed. I will miss them until they return in the spring.
I may make a trip or two to the Skagit River in the fall if I figure out where to go.
Deka
I know I have a long ways to go to be as good as some of you but a person has to start somewhere. LOL
As any artist will tell you - They are their own worst critic.
I figure that the only way I can get better is I critic my own shots and learn how to do better. .... But then isn't that what everyone tries to do if they want to get better?
I don't expect to be a professional, but I would like to take shots that I would be proud to print and enjoy in my own home.
Not sure what the eagles will provide this weekend but I'm looking forward to the experience. They will only be around for a short 2-3 weeks more and then they will fly off to salmon rivers to feed. I will miss them until they return in the spring.
I may make a trip or two to the Skagit River in the fall if I figure out where to go.
Deka
If you are in the neighborhood, noted bird photographer Paul Bannick will be teaching beginning and advanced bird photography classes at the Puget Sound Bird Fest in Edmonds on Sept. 6th.
http://www.pugetsoundbirdfest.com/about-the-event
http://www.pugetsoundbirdfest.com/about-the-event
Deka
Member
Not only am I driving north to attend, I've told other members of a photo club I belong to about the event.
I will be there to glean every little detail I can from Mr. Bannick. LOL
If time allows, I would like to take in Mr. Meche's session as well.
Deka