Blue Sky - Blue Dasher

© Ken Slade

Blue Sky - Blue Dasher

Uploaded: June 25, 2008

Description


I've taken lots of photos of the male Blue Dasher, but rarely do I get the chance to capture one against a blue sky.
Photo taken at local pond, late afternoon, on 06/19/08.

Aperture = f8.0
Shutter = 1/320s
ISO = 400
Focal Length = 225mm
Canon EF 70-300mm f/4-5.6 IS USM lens

*Details/Macro*



Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/320 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 225.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XT

Comments

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict June 25, 2008

Beautiful image, Ken, excellent colors, clarity, and comp - well done!

Debby #949074

Kathy Shogren June 25, 2008

Nice one Ken. These are usually very plentiful here in KS but I haven't seen any yet this year. #6107625

Stefania Barbier level-classic June 26, 2008

clarity is unbelievable on all your shots... awesome capture! #6107935

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