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Spring at last


Spring at last
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Copyright: karan A L (hester) Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1367 W: 31 N: 1545] (9493)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-04-12
Categories: Nature
Camera: Cannon 40D, Canon L 100-400mm, f4.5-5.6, IS USM
Exposure: f/8, 1/250 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-04-14 11:01
Viewed: 404
Favorites: 3 [view]
Points: 60
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
This is a shameless attempt at the cute vote :) there were hundreds of these little mallard ducklings at the local wetlands reserve. They were suprisingly difficult to shoot as they were zooming around all over the place. I thought this one was cute as he made a break from mum and set off by himself.

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Mallard Duckling information from the BBC

The nest is typically built on land and is lined with feathers. The female lays 6-14 grey-green eggs and incubates them unaided by the male. The eggs are laid every few days until the brood is complete. Chicks hatch after 26 days and will follow the mother into the water as soon as their feathers have dried.

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  • RSK Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 250 W: 55 N: 346] (2986)
  • [2008-04-14 11:07]

Hi Karan,wonderfully sharp image,I know how difficult it is to capture one of these,as they do zoom all over the place erratically,you have certainly captured the details of this cutie.

Ron

hi karan,
this one is definitely very very cute :) and really a marvellous shot.fantastic POV.
i love the light and the colour combination, as well as the small motion of the motion.
an excellent composition, peaceful and simply beautiful !
well done :)
TFS carole

SHAME ON YOU!! now that that is out of the way! MARVELOUS shot, the clarity and sharpness are incredible! I can see every hair Karan! Superb...now do you feel sufficiently shamed?
B-)
Linda

Hi Karan,
Great shot, nice and sharp with good colour, I like the bow wave, it gives a good sense of movement, nice work well done
Regards Andy

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  • Jens Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 674 W: 56 N: 1216] (4621)
  • [2008-04-14 11:33]

Hallo Karan
Beautiful, superb sharpness, brilliant light, well focused and beautiful composed, real great shot, you have done well.
Greetings.
Jens.

Lovely shot Karan, excellent soft colors,
great ripple effect and perfect focus.
Well done.
- Vincent

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  • tibig Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 622 W: 25 N: 578] (6485)
  • [2008-04-14 12:00]

You are right, this is bordering kitsch. But still, very well executed and yes, it is cute.
Regards,
Tibi

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  • Derona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 160 W: 106 N: 380] (2112)
  • [2008-04-14 12:06]

Hi Karan

Very good capture.
Beautiful detail and excellent focus.
Well done.

Regards Derek

Ha!! blatant ruse to gain the cute vote for this adorable, fluffy ducky..yeah...you win!! it's actually a very good image, the detail is excellent, the eye capture is also very good...now where did I put those oranges.....

Hi Karan,

Yes, cute always works, lovely colours and you have obviously cracked hand holding the long lens the image is very sharp, nice water movement as he comes towards you.

yeah it gets my cute vote,and favourite pic.
regards sue.

Hello Karan

Absolutely delightful! perfect DOF and wonderful natural colours

TFS regards Helen

Hello Karan!
Very sweet baby duck!
Excellent detail and wonderful colours!
Lovely shot!
Best regards!
Lili

Hi Karen,
You have managed to catch that real ahhhhhhhhhh feeling to this cute little fella. Lovely and sharp. I love the way that you have captured the ripples on the water as well.
Fantastic shot.
TFS
Jane

excellent colours, pin sharp, well captured...superb.

tie...harry.

Hello Karan,
What is there to say, words aren't any good for describing this little fellow!
Let's just enjoy this fine capture of SPRING..!!
Greetings,
Pablo -

Just had a look at your gallery.
You are very talented: animals, landscapes, dreamy and imaginific shots, it is really difficult to choose among...!
So it has been very kind from you stopping on my little portrait gallery... :-)

This one is simply delicious, sharp and effective.
TFS
Ciao, Antonella

hi karan, wow what a cutie, nice capture with good colors and details,
tfs,
scott

Hello Karan, a lovely composition.The ripples of the water are an excellent contrast to the soft fluffy duckling.The sharp quality is excellent and you managed the reflected light really well.
Yes it is cute but technically a wonderful job.
Tfs, regards Jean.

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  • timtim Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 931 W: 71 N: 379] (6928)
  • [2008-04-14 14:20]

real cute great capture

Great sharp details and a super composition - I love the way the water ripples have been captured. The details in the chick are perfect, and the colours are spot on. Great stuff!
Thanks for sharing
Mark

p.s. bonus points for cute - it'd win my vote!

hello Karan..
what a beautiful capture.. so lovely!! ;))
eyes and fur are really tender.. wonderful in their full details.. excellent focus too!! thanks
ciao Marco

Hello Karan,

Wonderful image, impressive clarity in this well composed photo. Also the color tones are great and the subject, very cute. TFS
Best regards,
Sorina

Yes, it is indeed very cute !
The colors, compo and details are great. I'm proud on you, Hester. ;-)
greetings,
Joop!
p.s. good note too.

Hello Karan,
What a wonderful and kind friend you've got here. Fantastic detail and colours.
Since I saw this beautiful photo I believe nmy day will be better. Thank you.
Best regards, josé mb

hello karan!
excellent photo, very sweet.
i like it.
tfs
zoran

He is so cute! Great POV. I love the little ripples in the water and the detail in every little frizzy feather on his head.
great post
Shelby

This realy touches my heart Karan
Beautiful composition , beautiful color tones, very nice effect of the light reflected in the water.

Rgds
John T

Hello Karan,
The attempt worked! The shot is very cute ;) The duckling looks fluffy and sweet ;) Excellent details, colours and sharpness. The entire composition is captivating. Well seen & captured, congratulations!
TFS
Barbara

Beautifuly captured at right time.

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