I initially intended to post one of these photos somewhere else but changed my mind. One reason is, I couldn't decide which photo I liked better: the colour or the black and white. So here are both.
There is one other thing, though. I made a rather essential mistake but that was the only way I could shoot this photo in the first place. It is taken in misty weather without any direct light in a city park during my lunch break so there was no way I could have had my fancy camera with me. So, with my compact Canon, I flashed the birdie which somewhat kills the colours of the bird feeder and the background although it enhances the structure of the blackbird's feathers and adds a sparkle in its eye. I tend never to flash at the wildlife, though, but this shot was an exception, and besides, I think the birds were quite used to the light and noise after the New Year's celebrations.
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Each is wonderful in it's own right but I think I prefer the color shot. I like his beak, the color of the seed and even the brass nails in the feeder.
I don't think I've ever told you - I'm impressed that you go out on your lunch hour and 'live' that time so to speak. Everyone should take advantage of those moments. Good for you.
I think the birdie gets more attention in the color pic because it's the only one in black...
Lovely shots.
I agree with Mar. I thought the bird stood out as the focal point in the color pic. The black and white print left my eye free to roam.
Do you know I carry my Nikon everywhere? I just put it in a satchel and sling it over my shoulder. The other day at work someone said, "I need a photo of this bracelet to post on our incentives board," and I opened my desk drawer and pulled out my camera. Then I arranged the jewelry set on a chair seat upholstered in gray velvet and took the shot in macro. I downloaded it to the boss's computer (the only one with a card port) and they ohhhed and awwwed over how professional the photo appeared.
Then the lady who wanted the photo of the bracelets asked, "Do you carry your camera everywhere?" And I told her I did. She looked at me like she thought I was crazy and said, "Why?" And I smiled at her. "To help out folks like you who never have a camera when they need one," I said. She did have the grace to look embarrassed.
I love both versions of the birdie shot. I hope you have a great weekend.
I loved both pictures but the colored one was better for the bird.
I wish I had something other than my pocket Kodak.
I think I like the black and white...gives more depth to the subject....nice...
thank you all for your nice comments.
well, i can't afford to carry my DSLR to work but i always have with me the compact canon. it can't do everything the 'big' ones can but still takes nice photos :)
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