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Reflections in Red

© Howard B. Cheek

Reflections in Red

Uploaded: February 28, 2009

Description

The Cardinal is commonly photographed, but never loses it's universal appeal. F/9, 1/1000th, ISO 400, Canon 300mm f/2.8 + Kenko 2x tele. Around 11:00am clear & sunny, No flash.

Exif: F Number: 9, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/1000 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 600.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS-1D Mark III

Comments

Vicki Snow February 28, 2009

What a beautiful capture...so pleasing to see a cardinal image this unique. Most are sitting on a branch. Love the reflection...just spectacular Howard!! #1090449

Carol L. Fowler February 28, 2009

Beautiful! It's certainly not the usual pose! #7225662

Melissa G. Meiselman February 28, 2009

Incredibly beautiful capture of this red bird and his reflection taken with great clarity, fine detail and vivid color, Howard!! #7225760

Ann Coates level-classic February 28, 2009

I agree with everyone's comments. So nice to see it out of a tree. Exceptional capture you have here. #7226003

Kerry Hill February 28, 2009

Beautifully captured, Howard!! Lovely colour, excellent detail and clarity!! #7226426

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna February 28, 2009

WOW!!!!! Incredible shot, Howard!!!!!!! :-) k #7226678

Michelle Alton February 28, 2009

Howard...this is the second time I'm seeing this...and oddly, I was just yesterday trying to describe this pic to someone. That tells you how much I like it! A common bird, shown in an uncommon pose. It thrills me! #7226821

March 01, 2009

Instant Favorite Sir.

This one along with all your bird captures are Truly Outstanding.

Great Work.

E J #7229607

March 03, 2009

Very beautiful bird and capture,Howard! #7238707

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