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grey heron at sunrise

grey heron

26 total reviews 
Comment from nature rules


This is an excellent capture, Fred. I think the beautiful shade of grey/blue lavender is the initial impact for me. It is the same in the glass like reflection. I love the slightest ripple in the reflection of the neck. The darkness surrounding the heron is a lovely stage. And that bit of shoreline with a bit of foliage brings reality to the scene.

My only change would be to expand the frame above more than below...but probably a bit below as well. This can be done in post processing in PS. Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 03-Feb-2018


reply by the author on 03-Feb-2018
    thanks a lot becky for your great comments
Comment from dalebraatz


What a beautiful heron and great reflection, the colors are great good textures and depth, even have nice eye contact, a pleasure to look at, thank you for sharing, dale

 Comment Written 03-Feb-2018


reply by the author on 03-Feb-2018
    many thanks dale
Comment from Sange


Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
Fred, this is your Finest capture of a Grey Heron so far. Your focus is Razor sharp, eye clarity is spot on and your use of natural light is fantastic. I love the water reflection and the way the early morning sun lights him up.
White balance is perfect on all colors.
Beautiful bird Photography Fred.
Bravo! ;)

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 21-Jan-2018
    wow! you didn't forget this one;
    thanks a lot Sandra for your wonderful comments and the extra star;
reply by Sange on 21-Jan-2018
    Had to wait to give it the extra star...worthy of more Fred. :)
Comment from momentsofjoy7351


Oh wow..... wonderful capture. You have used the lighting in this scene perfectly... love it. Great natural color to this heron with outstanding detail and color. Fantastic... thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 19-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 19-Jan-2018
    wow! thanks a lot again debi for your nice comments and the extra star
Comment from Donna Ruiz


Wow. What a beautiful shot. The reflection in the water is just gorgeous. Your focus and detail are perfection. The light on his face and chest is just so stunning. My only recommendation is that it seems the cropping is pretty tight. I would like to have seen a little more space above his beautiful head. That being said, a really lovely shot. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 19-Jan-2018
    many thanks donna
Comment from bpellephoto


Your camera settings are spot on sharp.

Framing of this composition is very attractive and easy to view.

Your cropping brings the bird into grand view.

The contrast between the bird and the background is excellent.

Love the water reflection.

If I had a 6 left in my purse this would, for sure, get one ... B-)) Bob

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 19-Jan-2018
    many thanks bob
Comment from nikman


A very nice bird shot presented here! Your fine full and central composition allows us to have a great and enjoyable look at both your heron and its reflection. Pity about the thing or reflection on the bottom edge. I feel it should be removed. Otherwise, nicely taken!

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 18-Jan-2018
    many thanks again
Comment from AHRowell


What a gorgeous shot! Presentation and visual impact are impressive. Contrast and lighting are beautiful! And the reflection adds that WOW factor. What a jewel! Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 18-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 18-Jan-2018
    thanks a lot for your kind comments
Comment from lacrikit1


Very nice..Love the reflection. Great clarity and clean..I just love this shot..nice positioning.Nice clear eye also..you can really see it..Great Job..Keep it up..

 Comment Written 17-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 17-Jan-2018
    thanks a lot annette for your nice comments
Comment from shoregrass


Beautiful and classic heron capture. Made even more delightful with that perfect full reflection. Perfect focus for great detail and clarity. Well done.

 Comment Written 17-Jan-2018


reply by the author on 17-Jan-2018
    many thanks ed
reply by shoregrass on 17-Jan-2018
    Welcome