Pelican in flight Photo

Photographer’s Note

I was taking photos of a small group of Pelicans at Ricketts point , getting progessively closer. Eventually they got nervous and took to the air, giving me this shot.

taken using a 1.4x teleconverter

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kobala (145) 2008-06-11 2:41

Wow, It looks more like a painting. Did you use any workshop tool to get that effect? Great.
with warm regards
Bala

raymutlu (199) 2008-06-11 2:58

Hi Steve,

Nice shot mate, sharp and great details.

Cheers, Ray

WichardGraas (307) 2008-06-11 3:02

Awesome shot, really sharp! TFS!

Buin (33793) 2008-06-11 3:38

Hallo Stephen!
This is a great one! This frozen movement shows a lot of wonderful details. An extraordinary and really not everyday photo!
Greetings from Germany!
Frank

pablominto (35973) 2008-06-11 3:41

Hello Steve,

I love this fine action photograph!
Excellent freeze, its like the bird is posing with great details in the plumage...
Fine colours and a well composed presentation!

Greetings,
Pablo -

waminda2020 (409) 2008-06-11 4:07

stephen, a great capture crystal clear and a nice background - well done!

smarcell (12407) 2008-06-11 5:17

Perfect capture. You have frozen the movement perfectly. The eye of the bird is particulary interesting. An eye-catching eye !
Regards Stefano

macondo (11881) 2008-06-11 5:18

Hi Steve.
Fantastic action/wildlife shot, so incredibly sharp even with a teleconverter. Really astounding work. I used to be taken to Ricketts Point for a swim on hot days when I was a boy, but haven't stopped there for a couple of years now, even though I often drive past. It's a nice spot on the bay, still suggesting natural forces even though it's part of suburbia.
Regards,
Andrew

daddo (10427) 2008-06-11 6:20

Hi Stephen. I wonderful action shot, superbly sharp and beautifully lit. Great details, including that eye which seems to be looking at us. Nice yellow tip on the beak too.As a person who loves birds, I enjoy looking at this fine shot.Actually, I was thinking of getting a teleconverter but was told that one losses details. Looking at your shot, i am not so sure. Would you recommend it?Regards. Klaudio.

lucski (3664) 2008-06-11 12:53

Wow Stephen
this one is fantastic, great quality and pwrfect details
very well done
TFS regards lukasz

redvers (526) 2008-06-11 22:48

What a beautiful shot of the pelican in flight. We usually see them in the water or stood around on the ground. Wonderful detail here.

lc4giala (2184) 2008-06-12 4:31

EXCEPTIONAL DETAIL ABOVE IN THE MOVEMENT. GOOD CONTINUITY.

alftrek (2300) 2008-06-12 16:11

I can see that this is not an easy shot. But you have got it well with good lighting using your f/2.8, and sharpness excellent.

Santo told me he met up with you. Hope to see you the next time I am in town.

Regards
Alfred

kschanna (2157) 2008-06-17 6:10

Hello Steve,

Pelicans are such majestic birds. This one is beautifully caught in the act. The sharpness and the detail in this shot are superb. The amazing bokeh makes such a great back-drop.

Well done

Regards
Kamran

PS: waiting for more scanned slides from on your many journeys.