Comment from cleo85
This is an interesting start. The pose is intriguing and the reflection of it pretty interesting. The photo is well focused. It is sharp and has good depth. I like especial how the feet touch the water and the drops flying from them. The circles on the water surface are a treat for my eyes. The photo is also well framed and balanced.

 Comment Written 20-May-2019

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reply by the author on 21-May-2019

thanks a lot cleo

reply by cleo85 on 21-May-2019

You're most welcome. :o)

Comment from nikman
A nice entry into the competition posted here! Your fine, full and slightly off-centre composition captures an enjoyable action moment and it's reflection very well indeed!! Exposure and sharpness are good. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 20-May-2019

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reply by the author on 20-May-2019

thanks a lot nik

Comment from MKFlood
(in tiny Tim's voice) tiptoe thru watttteeeerrrrr! Ooooooooo!..just imagine the most horrible screechy voice and that is Tiny Tim.. wink..cute capture. The clarity is great. The angle of the shot of this bird tiptoeing in the water is cool! The capture of the light is great. The image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 19-May-2019

thanks a lot GREAT artist

Comment from shoregrass
What a fantastic capture. You caught the take off pose at the absolute perfect moment. The photograph exudes the energy of an eminent lift off. Of course the crop and details are perfect too. Well done and best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 19-May-2019

thanks a lot Ed

reply by shoregrass on 19-May-2019

My pleasure

Comment from michiganmike
A very nice action shot. The colors are great and the reflection on the water is excellent. Well composed with good detail in the flight feathers. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 19-May-2019

many thanks again

Comment from Kelly Kiley
Really good shot!! Beautiful bird!! You captured the ripples in the water, from his takeoff!! I really,really like this one!! Great shot!!!

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 19-May-2019

thanks so much again

reply by Kelly Kiley on 19-May-2019

Your very welcome!!!

Comment from Envision
Nice capture of the take off! The ripples around his feet as he launches look good. You timed it well and I like that you got his face in the shot over those giant wings.

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 18-May-2019

thanks a lot Grace

Comment from cakemp55
A wonderful capture of this Grey Heron taking off from the water showing the details of the water droplets, ripples and reflection in the river.
Lovely lighting shows the details of his feathers and wings. Great focus and clarity and excellent composition!

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 18-May-2019

thanks so much

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful stop action picture of this Grey Heron taking of from the water the spray thrown up by it's trailing feet & the circular ripples frozen by your fast exposure. It's reflection on the water is an added bonus. Beautiful stop action composition framing & lighting taken with superb camera techniques & sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 18-May-2019

merci beaucoup pour les six*

Comment from suzannethompson2
Very good entry for the contest. Great capture of the graceful Grey Heron taking off with droplets of water clinging to his legs, leaving a swirl of ripples behind. Very good lighting and focus. Good luck in the contest. Suzanne

 Comment Written 18-May-2019

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reply by the author on 18-May-2019

many thanks suzanne