Precarious Egret

© Wayne T. Fisk

Precarious Egret

Uploaded: August 21, 2006 06:43:05

Description

1/2500th sec. f/5.6 in AV mode. Used a Canon 400mm f/5.6
Shot at Venice rookery in Florida.
Used PS, Hue/Sat, USM, and flood filter

Comments

Cathy Laurenzi August 21, 2006

Very cool photo, Wayne. I like the contrast in colors between the white egret and the background, and that smooth reflection makes for an awesome effect. I checked out your gallery and saw similar photos with a flying Great Blue - I love them too! #507727

Wayne T. Fisk August 21, 2006

Thank you, Cathy for your wonderful words! They were very encouraging!
Wayne #3195173

Mary N C. Taitt August 22, 2006

Cool capture Wayne! Mary :-D #3198297

Wayne T. Fisk August 22, 2006

Thanks again, Mary! I reaally appreciate your supportive words. Mary may your marriage be as successful and happy as our Detroit Tigers!!!
Wayne #3198621

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic September 26, 2006

Congratulations on your beautiful finalist. Love the effect. Good luck in the next round. #3368332

Wayne T. Fisk September 26, 2006

Thanks a lot,Kay! I'll need the luck.
Wayne #3368560

Terry L. Ellis level-classic September 27, 2006

Congratulations Wayne on your wonderful finalist! #3373450

Wayne T. Fisk September 27, 2006

Terry, thanks a million for noticing my bird-shot! I really appreciate your nice comments!
Wayne #3375582

September 27, 2006

CONGRATS Wayne!!! :} #3376675

Wayne T. Fisk September 27, 2006

Thanks a ton, Angela! You've been very supportive and I really appreciate it.
Wayne #3376745

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