Xiao Cai
July 2024 - Common Grackle
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Description: This photo was taken on 4/10/2024. The Grackle is a widespread black bird and many people don't like it. However, in this photo, I like the bird pose and environment. In post-work, I mainly focus on lighting and color tone. What do you think? Welcome any comments and suggestions. Thanks!
Camera: Nickon D850, Lens: 500mm, Exposure: 1/3200 sec at f/8.0, ISO: 8000
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9 comments posted
Xiao,
Even though some farmers are not great fans of the Grackle, I feel that the bird's unique iridescent coloring make it a great subject to study through photography. I like the pose on the branch, showing the pale eye. I don't think the foreground flora is too distracting, as it frames the image a little. However, it may have been too difficult to get to a better angle and not lose the shot. The image itself is very sharp and the bokeh is great. Posted: 07/08/2024 16:30:11
Even though some farmers are not great fans of the Grackle, I feel that the bird's unique iridescent coloring make it a great subject to study through photography. I like the pose on the branch, showing the pale eye. I don't think the foreground flora is too distracting, as it frames the image a little. However, it may have been too difficult to get to a better angle and not lose the shot. The image itself is very sharp and the bokeh is great. Posted: 07/08/2024 16:30:11
Hi Ted, Thank you for your comments! Posted: 07/13/2024 11:41:41
Hi Xiao, this is another of your excellent images. I like the way that you have isolated the bird from the background, using just the right amount of blur to retain a natural look. The bird's pose, with its iridescent colours, captures all the attention.
The composition is well balanced, with the bird and the branch complementing each other.
Posted: 07/13/2024 04:27:53
The composition is well balanced, with the bird and the branch complementing each other.
Posted: 07/13/2024 04:27:53
Hi Maria, Thank you for your comments! Posted: 07/13/2024 11:42:14
Hi Xiao, What a beautiful bird. The colors al brilliant. The eye really catches my attention and draws me to look further at the details of the bird. Posted: 07/18/2024 02:08:47
Hi Deborah, Thank you for your comment! Posted: 07/22/2024 15:01:55
Wonderful image of an underappreciated bird. The crop and positioning are well done and you have masterfully brought out the colors of the bird.
The only thing I can think of to improve would be to add a new layer, change the blend mode to darken and darken some of the branhes and the one tree in the background a tad. Posted: 07/23/2024 00:33:49
The only thing I can think of to improve would be to add a new layer, change the blend mode to darken and darken some of the branhes and the one tree in the background a tad. Posted: 07/23/2024 00:33:49
Hi Lisa, Thank you for your comments and suggestions! Posted: 07/23/2024 00:38:45
I like the pose and how you brought out the beautiful colors of the Crackle. Well captured. I do like how Lisa darken some of the branches and the tree. Well done. Posted: 07/28/2024 19:44:23