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Purty lil thing

Panasonic GM5K

I wouldn't normally post a duck here on the blog, but this one is sure a pretty little thing. Friendly too. In Stanley Park, Vancouver BC.

Elegance

Panasonic GM5k

I have spoken many times of my reverence for these magnificent flying creatures. In the small fishing village of La Cruz, Mexico, you can get up close and personal with them. The word "elegance" seems to best describe them, on the wing, at least to me.

And being able to capture an image like this with a tiny little travel camera is pretty amazing as well.

Something Special

Canon 6d, 400mm

Last night something special happened. These Common Tern's were feeding right off our beach. They dive, wheel, turn like fighter jets. Actually, faster and sharper. They were catching insects on the wing.

A pro-body would probably be able to autofocus on this fast moving subject, but with my 6d, I had to manually focus. Took a lot of shots to get a few in focus but this shot made it all worth it.

Shooting Montana Hawks

Canon 6D

Life is different here in Montana. You can just pull over on the freeway and shoot (with your camera now, come on!) all the hawks you want. Hey Steve Abbott, what species do we have here?

Go Seahawks!

Just have to post a pic like this today! Seahawks vs 49ers - epic! I grew up in the Bay Area and rooted for the niners a lot of the time. I even met Joe Montana! But hey, I'm a Seattle man now.

 

Like water off a..

Canon 6D, 400mm F/5.6, f/5.6, 1/2500, iso 1000

We've all heard the expression "like water off a duck's back," right? But I have never seen an actual picture of said event. Until now!

Air Power

Canon 6D, 70-200mm F/2.8

Like I have said before, I'm fortunate to live with these magnificent birds. I shot this from my driveway! Kind of unusual to see one soaking wet. My neighbor told me this one and another were messing around low over the water and it went in the drink.

 

Sssshhhhh!

Canon D30, 70-200mm F/4, f/5.6, 1/250, iso 200

Careful, you'll disturb her!

 

Heading Home

 

Canon 6D, 70-200mm F/2.8, f/7.1, 1/2000, iso 400

Although pelicans and penguins are my first loves in the world of birds, these great blue herons really have to be the most regal flying creature we have. And I'm lucky enough to have them fish right on my own beach. Until they head home for the night...

 

The Hunter

Canon 6D, 400mm F/5.6, f/5.6, 1/1600, iso 400

It's really awesome living with these birds. They hang out in the tree in front of my house. At 400mm, when they take off, I struggle to keep the entire bird in the frame!