Marvellous shot Fons! I think you are very happy:)

plus generous rating, and yes I am very happy with this shot.
When a bird is exposed sharp in front of a OOF background it stands out very nice I think.
I like this little fella very much, it?s also a frequent guest in my garden..


Best regards,

This picture I could make because the bird was coming closer and closer.
I also noticed the bird went a few times back to the same twig.
So after I had set-up my gear I waited for a few minutes( 12 ) and than she showed up again.
One push on the shutter scared her of again, but I made my picture....

Thanks again and....

Best regards,

GREAT SHOT FONS
good detail on the birds feathers nice capture the little beggers dont stay still for long :)
but my fav of your pick is the duck in the garden like the dof as the bill goes out of focus but most of all just make me laugh .

as I wrote already, I was lucky today.
Or maybe was it that she was saying "good bye, thanks for the food during these winter months".
She came back a few times to the same twig, and there I took my change and it worked.....;-)
These birds will be gone soon , butterfly's and other insects will come , I can hardly wait...
Spring is always nice , new live will appear and lots to shoot for us photographers.....

Take care and best regards,

PS.
Yes I like the Duck also.....;-))

very nice bird Fons. i just wish the bird is focused all over.
I prefer your previous picture of this bird.
regards.

very nice bird Fons. i just wish the bird is focused all over.
I prefer your previous picture of this bird.
regards.

looking at Long Tailed Tit (5) maybe that's the one you referring to, is in focus more than this one.
Also the composition is almost similar, still this picture has that special .
The lighter background , the catch light in the eye, and how the eye is focussed at me.....!
Maybe that was the reason for posting , this is the last shot from these birds because they will disappear, now the winter it at it's end.
Anyway, it's nice that you commented and took the time to watch my birds, thanks for that....


Best regards,

Good documentation of this interesting social bird!
With a lens like that is can't go wrong.
Very good!!!
Greetings

Thanks very much Fillip ....;-)

Regards,

Great pic Fons, great lens also, but a little too expensive for me.

Wim Westerhof wrote:
> Great pic Fons, great lens also, but a little too expensive for me.
>

Sorry Wim there went something wrong on the first reply:

Yes I know the price of this lens is quite high.
I am thinking of renting it out for half or full day to get some money back I invested in it.
Maybe there are some serious Guys or Girls or maybe Photo clubs that want to try this lens out.
If I can make a good deal, including insurance and a rent price I am willing to share this beautiful lens with others.
Maybe you can make me an good offer and be my first costumer...;-)

Anyway thanks for the comment and best regards,

Reading al the good comment's I receipt lately make me blush.
I am still in a learning process, and hope to become a good amateur.
Due to the critics and advice from all the viewers to me and others I learn everyday.
As also I appreciate your comments , always a kind and friendly word.

Thanks very much Shelley..

Regards,

Hi Fons.

This is a very good image of the long-tailed tit. The composition is exceptionally good in my oppinion with the diagonal twig along the same direction as the bird.

Congratulations! Jens.

PS. As you know, I'm very jealous about your long-tailed tits (and your lens...:-)

for this comment, coming from you this is a great compliment ....
Don't be jealous, no need to...;-)
These Tit's will soon go your way I think , and about the lens.
You know what I said before, I get your bike you get my lens....LOL
Regards,