Jeremy Martin
November 2025 - Ruby-crowned Kinglet
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About the Image(s)
These little birds really only show up for spring and fall migrations, and they are a pain to photograph. They are small, fast moving, never sit still, and love brushy areas. I managed to get this picture of one singing, but had to do a lot of work to get an image that would be okay for competition. I have really been working with all of the new to me tools in lightroom and used the masking and AI cloning features a lot. I was really happy with the final image and can’t wait to see how it does in competition.
5 comments posted
Great capture to begin with. I especially like the clarity on the bird itself...including those tufts of feathers on its head. And I love your edits. You have transformed the image into something special. Posted: 11/12/2025 14:56:16
(Groups 11 & 42)
Hi Jeremy. Looks familiar. Great shot. I wouldn't change a thing. Posted: 11/12/2025 21:30:59
Great image. I like the composition, sharpness and colors. The post processing is a great example on what can be done with the many tools in Lightroom. Posted: 11/17/2025 19:35:51
Great image Jeremy - well captured and processed.
Make sure to check the rules if you enter it into competitions - some (FIAP I think for example) don't allow leaves etc. to be cropped out. Posted: 11/18/2025 20:16:25
Make sure to check the rules if you enter it into competitions - some (FIAP I think for example) don't allow leaves etc. to be cropped out. Posted: 11/18/2025 20:16:25
Jeremy, From start to your finish image is very interesting. You did a great job. Posted: 11/19/2025 17:59:44