7D: First Light

[Doug Brown]

I don't post a lot of gull images, but I love the how the hint of sunlight illuminates this bird's head.

http://birdwhisperer.smugmug.com/photos/677344730_mzVbU-O.jpg

Canon 7D, 500mm, f/5.6, 1/2000, ISO 640, -1/3 EC, hand held

[Michael Zajac]

I like the lighting and sharpness. Nice composition and eye contact.

[Joerg Rockenberger]

Interesting mood and composition. Have to admit that I wish for a bit more sharpness around the head. JR

[Nicki Gwynn Jones]

Hi Doug!
Gorgeous lighting on this one - love the atmosphere.
Best,
Nicki

[Harshad Barve]

Golden light and awesome pose ,
compo , expo , sharpness spot on TFS

[Stu Bowie]

Sweet light Doug, with lovely warm colours from the early morning light. The light is cast perfectly on the head. You seem to have the 7D sorted, and BTW, whats wrong with gulls.;)

[Michael Pancier]

Doug, what settings were you using for a/f? how did you meter btw? My experience at last light not too good....

[Doug Brown]

Michael, I used evaluative metering and AF point expansion set to the center of the frame.

[James Salywoda]

That golden light really shines nicely on this Gulls head it sure adds to the mood. Excellent shot Doug.

[Morkel Erasmus]

sweet light and tack sharp Doug. I'm glad you're enjoying your new toy - now I can't wait to get my hands on one :)