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ready to land

at our lake

11 total reviews 
Comment from avmurray


I think it is the reflection you have captured so well doing this photo more than anything. The stop action is also very good, and you have brought out such a fine shine in the water.

The bird is standing out sharp and well defined against the background, and it is clear details to be seen. The exposure is perfect.

The tall format and cropping is working well, and I like the centered position of the bird. It is a lovely and well taken photo with an excellent DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 24-Dec-2022
    thanks a lot Annie for your nice detailed comments;
reply by avmurray on 29-Dec-2022
    You are more than welcome Fred.
Comment from Shadow catcher


This would have been a great entry for the takeoffs/landing contest! A wonderful image of this Canada goose preparing to land, love that you got such a great reflection to go with it, even the tongue is visible in it. You were definitely in the right place at the right time for this photo;best wishes in the contest!

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
    thanks a lot for your nice comments and top rating highly appreciated
Comment from Shirlenadesigner


I saw this and it made me laugh because sometimes the landings can be awkward and funny. It reminds too of a Disney cartoon bird trying to make such a landing and of course it was hilarious. Definitely a great action shot, clear and vivid. The reflection on the water is perfectly artistic.

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
    thanks a lot Shirlena
reply by Shirlenadesigner on 22-Dec-2022
    Ur welcomed.
Comment from Neilnap773


an excellent submission for the contest. Superbly caught the action of this goose as he comes in to land on the water. The sharpness of your subject and his reflection is beautifully composed and balanced within the frame..good luck in the contest

 Comment Written 22-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
    thanks a lot Neil for your nice comments and top rating, highly appreciated;
Comment from Thomas Blanks


If you flip the photo 180 degrees and crop it close, the reflected bird appears to be in the sky, and the real bird appears to be the reflection.

 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 22-Dec-2022
    many thanks Thomas
Comment from suffolkbrian


One thing that stands out for me is the bird should have been sharper in focus,you can clearly see the wings are not sharp and thats a pity because this really would have been a super shot for this contest and even for the reflection one,can see this would have been difficult to get but still well done for this despite what i said...Brian

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 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    thank you
reply by suffolkbrian on 22-Dec-2022
    your welcome
Comment from Ray Gordon


A bird in flight is better than two in that bush. coming in for a cool wet landing. Sporting a fine reflection. Simply a beautiful capture. Thank you for sharing. Ray

 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    many thanks Ray
reply by Ray Gordon on 21-Dec-2022
    You are welcome. Ray
Comment from Susan F. M. T.


A beautiful stop action picture of the Canada Goose in flight over your lake, it's feet down ready to splash down on the lake. It's reflection along with the pale sky & trees along the shore are an added bonus. All movement in the wings frozen by your fast exposure. Beautiful composition, framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    merci beaucoup
reply by Susan F. M. T. on 21-Dec-2022
    Bonne chance in the contest.
    Susan
reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    merci suzanne
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan


This is a wonderful shot of the Canada goose about to land. You have timed it well. Light and sharpness are very effective in creating a lovely capture. Good luck!

 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    many thanks Sesha
Comment from nikman


A good looking image posted here into the competition! Your fine and classical composition offers us an enjoyable view of the landing approach. Like the reflection. Colours, textures and tones are good. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!


 Comment Written 21-Dec-2022


reply by the author on 21-Dec-2022
    many thanks Priit