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Preparing the Nest

© Rita Hill

Preparing the Nest

Uploaded: June 05, 2011 22:07:18

Description

One of natures most Natural events took place in my back yard today. Watched these two doves build their nest. One of natures most natural and beautiful thing to watch. Used a fast shutter speed of 1/1600 at f2.8 70-200mm lens. ASA 800.

Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: -5.00, ExposureTime: 1/1600 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 800, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 86.00 mm, Model: NIKON D700

Comments

Michelle Alton June 06, 2011

Fantastic capture, Rita. Our yard has dozens of mourning doves, but I have never seen a nesting pair...or a baby dove. Can't wait to see the natural progression! #1382994

Rita Hill level-classic June 06, 2011

Thank you Michelle, I am going to follow these little darlings very closely. Be epecting more images to follow as they complete their journey. The next is next to my back patio only 20 feet from my bay window of my kitchen. I placed a tripod and camera inside the house window open, removed my window screen so they don't see me shooting. A great view and focal point. Stay tuned.
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Misty Blue June 06, 2011

This is so wonderful Rita. Love how you captured the doves wings in flight. #9446592

Rita Hill level-classic June 06, 2011

Follow up: Two doves still working on their nest this morning. #9446724

JudyAnn Rector level-classic June 06, 2011

Great timing on this special image, Rita. #9446825

Merna L. Nobile June 07, 2011

Hello Rita: You have achieved so much in your life time of Photography and it shows with each and every image that you take. You are truly a talented professional and I can't wait to see your next timeless work of art. My best to you, Merna #9449304

Rita Hill level-classic June 09, 2011

My dear Merna, so thoughtful and sweet of you to be so kind. You are an insperation to me and the best photo buddy anyone could ever ask for. I will treasure your freindship for always. God bless.


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Irene Colling level-classic June 20, 2011

What a fun project Rita. How fortunate you are to get this photographic opportunity.

I am looking forward to updates on your dove family. #9469309

Rita K. Connell level-classic July 28, 2011

Rita this is a awesome capture and what a delight to be able to watch them without them feeling threaten. keep up the good work. #9559434

Rita Hill level-classic July 28, 2011

Thank you all for your nice comments. Unfortunately a few days after taking these shots, I discovered the eggs were gone and loose feathers around the nest. It seems some other form of natures creature got to the eggs and the mother put up a fight. I was so upset after following this event so close. Thank you all again.
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Stefania Barbier level-classic July 29, 2011

huge congrats on your gorgeous finalist!!! #9563228

Rita Hill level-classic July 29, 2011

Thank you Stefania B. I love your work.
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