All fluffed up
A mourning dove trying to keep warm12 total reviews
Comment from avmurray
This Dove looks so pretty with the fluffed up feathers, and you have indeed pictured it well. I like the background as well, and when softened like this the Dove is standing out from it in an excellent way.
The focus is spot on and sharp showing such clear and well defined details in the feathers of the bird, and the exposure is perfect. The colors look nice and natural.
The photo is nicely cropped, and the bird has got such a fine placement within the frame. I think this is a truly lovely and well taken photo Allan, and with a very good DOF.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2024
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This Dove looks so pretty with the fluffed up feathers, and you have indeed pictured it well. I like the background as well, and when softened like this the Dove is standing out from it in an excellent way.
The focus is spot on and sharp showing such clear and well defined details in the feathers of the bird, and the exposure is perfect. The colors look nice and natural.
The photo is nicely cropped, and the bird has got such a fine placement within the frame. I think this is a truly lovely and well taken photo Allan, and with a very good DOF.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2024
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Thanks Annie, glad you liked the photo. I appreciate your comments. I had to laugh as its head looks so small compared to it puffed up feathers. That is how my wife looks in winter! : ))
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LOL - Probably me as well. You are more than welcome for the review Allan.
Comment from Lynnmarie2
Tis that time of year where all birds are hunkering down in the colder weather. The image is nicely taken. Nice colors, details and lighting. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2024
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Tis that time of year where all birds are hunkering down in the colder weather. The image is nicely taken. Nice colors, details and lighting. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2024
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Thanks for the review, yes, hunkered down!
Comment from helvi2
HI Allan, Love the shot of your puffed up Mourning Dove! He/She is really puffed up! LOL. The wonderful lighting and focus really allow us to enjoy the shot. I think you did a great job capturing this guy! Very cool and a lot of fun! :o) Nancy
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2024
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HI Allan, Love the shot of your puffed up Mourning Dove! He/She is really puffed up! LOL. The wonderful lighting and focus really allow us to enjoy the shot. I think you did a great job capturing this guy! Very cool and a lot of fun! :o) Nancy
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 04-Nov-2024
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Thanks Nancy, it sure is fluffed up based on how small the head looks. It looks a lot like my wife when it gets cold! : )
Comment from Raoul D'Harmental
Hi allanoak
Definitely looks like the dove ready for the big chill. Looks like it's wearing one of the thick jumpers I reach for when my spine gets the shivers and it's time to hibernate. Thanks for sharing this! R
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Hi allanoak
Definitely looks like the dove ready for the big chill. Looks like it's wearing one of the thick jumpers I reach for when my spine gets the shivers and it's time to hibernate. Thanks for sharing this! R
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks for the nice review. LOL, time to hibernate. That is what my wife says all the time this time of year! : )
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Nestled on a tree branch, the all-fluffed-up dove gazes around, ideally at home in its peaceful forest havenâ€"a very impressive presentation. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Nestled on a tree branch, the all-fluffed-up dove gazes around, ideally at home in its peaceful forest havenâ€"a very impressive presentation. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 02-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks much for stopping by and taking a look.
Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Allan,
A beautiful picture of the Morning Dove all puffed up against the cold. The light sparkling in it's eye. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Allan,
A beautiful picture of the Morning Dove all puffed up against the cold. The light sparkling in it's eye. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
Comment Written 02-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks Susan, I appreciate your very kind words and nice review.
Comment from orchidrn
A lovely shot of this little bird all fluffed up. The focus and clarity are quite good showing a lot of detail in the fluffy feathers. We have a lot of mourning doves here in Florida, and I had the great experience of watching a pair lay eggs and raise their 2chicks in one of my hanging baskets.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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A lovely shot of this little bird all fluffed up. The focus and clarity are quite good showing a lot of detail in the fluffy feathers. We have a lot of mourning doves here in Florida, and I had the great experience of watching a pair lay eggs and raise their 2chicks in one of my hanging baskets.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks for the nice review. I bet you enjoyed seeing the doves raise their young. Here in MN we do not have a lot of these birds, I got lucky one day. We winter in FL so maybe will get another chance.
Comment from Kathy Banich
Hi Allan, isn't is amazing how they buff up to stay warm? I never know to admire them in this state or to feel sorry for them. I keep food out for them in the winter (once the bears go into hibernation).
This is such a lovely image with notable Dof to allow this subject to stand out in such a predominant way. Your steady hand and camera setting know-how, has resulted in a wonderful image that is certainly fitting for any bird book or calendar I've ever seen.
While there is some faint level of distraction (maybe a leaf or something) entering the frame from the bottom - I do not find it distracting enough to be concerned.
A lovely image.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Hi Allan, isn't is amazing how they buff up to stay warm? I never know to admire them in this state or to feel sorry for them. I keep food out for them in the winter (once the bears go into hibernation).
This is such a lovely image with notable Dof to allow this subject to stand out in such a predominant way. Your steady hand and camera setting know-how, has resulted in a wonderful image that is certainly fitting for any bird book or calendar I've ever seen.
While there is some faint level of distraction (maybe a leaf or something) entering the frame from the bottom - I do not find it distracting enough to be concerned.
A lovely image.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks Kathy for the nice review. You always give my images some philosophical thought which I enjoy. I do see the blurred leaf now also, wish it was not there. Thanks again.
Comment from JirinaInspire
Wonderful photo of this cute bird trying to stay warm.
The clarity on the details and natural colors are so nice to view.
An excellent presentation Pat.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Wonderful photo of this cute bird trying to stay warm.
The clarity on the details and natural colors are so nice to view.
An excellent presentation Pat.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks Pat for the wonderful review and high rating, both greatly appreciated.
Comment from alaskapat
Wow Allan, this mourning dove is beautiful and you have photographed it so very well ! Spot on focus, this image is sharp and clear and your exposure is perfect! Colors and tones appear natural. The dove is perfectly placed within the frame , well defined detail over every visible part , I love the fluffed up feathers and appreciate that clear eye !
Well composed and presented! I wish I had a six left to award.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Wow Allan, this mourning dove is beautiful and you have photographed it so very well ! Spot on focus, this image is sharp and clear and your exposure is perfect! Colors and tones appear natural. The dove is perfectly placed within the frame , well defined detail over every visible part , I love the fluffed up feathers and appreciate that clear eye !
Well composed and presented! I wish I had a six left to award.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thanks Pat, another nice review. I appreciate the cyber 6 on this image. I admire how nature tries to take care of itself by unique ways. We just put on another sweater or turn up the thermostat! : )