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Looking at You

Barn Swallow

21 total reviews 
Comment from ArtistCharles


Well captured image of this barn swallow on a wire. The diagonal lines in the shot work well. The bird is more centered than I would like but you don't have a lot of room to change that. Good colors. Nice "pose" so that you can see the details on the bird. Good catch light in the eye. Nice soft background. Well seen.

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2019
    Thank you! I agree about his position but the angle of his body and that wire didn't leave me much choice :)
Comment from Stringbean


Perfection! Superb eye clarity.....draws us into this lovely photography. Very well photographed in good lighting, sharp focus, and outstanding details and clarity in your image. Your play with light and shadows adds depth and interest in your scene. Your diffused background compliments your beautiful work. Outstanding work and thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2019
    Thank you very much!
Comment from supergold


just a cyber six; no more six* availaible for this outstanding capture of the barn swallow;
excellent eye contact and very nice array of body feathers colors

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2019
    Thank you kindly!
Comment from alaskapat


What beautiful colors on this barn swallow, I love the blue and orange, his face is so cute! I love the way he is turning back to look at you and love the position of his wings, it's like he is wearing a cape, very well captured with good focus, the image is sharp and clear, I can see every detail , I keep going back to that face, it's precious! Exposure is well managed, his colors and tones appear natural. He is well placed in the frame and I love his pose. I wish I had a six to award this, I absolutely love it! Well presented!

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2019
    Thank you very much Pat :)
Comment from suzannethompson2


Great capture, Grace, showing this pretty barn swallow giving you the eye as you watch him, as if to say "what d'you think you're doin' eh?" Very good lighting and focus showing a lovely clear image. Excellent composition. Suzanne

 Comment Written 11-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 11-Jul-2019
    Thank you! I agree, he was giving me that kind of look :)
reply by suzannethompson2 on 12-Jul-2019
    You're welcome!
Comment from Sange


Supercalifragilisticexpialidosh!
This is so SPESH! Love the diagonal placement, sharp focus, controlled white balance and the look at YOU and your Tonka!
Gorgeous bird I never had the privilege to see in person. Love the specks of blue on the feathers.
Really superb capture Greenie!
Bravo =)

 Comment Written 10-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 10-Jul-2019
    Thank you Sange! Those specks have an iridescent shine when the light hits them just right :)
Comment from Sean T Phelan


Cool,Grace!
He's giving you a rather Intent stare,isn't he?
That's a fine looking photo,my friend!
It's interesting and colorful and a lot of fun to look at!
~Sean

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 08-Jul-2019
    Thank you Sean! Congratulations on your second place win in the Summer contest! Way to go :)
reply by Sean T Phelan on 09-Jul-2019
    You're welcome,Grace!
    ( And THANK YOU! I was very surprised that my picture of Elizabeth did that well! : D )
Comment from Linda Wetzel


I like it too. It is though he is saying, " Are you looking at me?" The blue cast to his wings are pretty. That rust colored throat is eye catching. Overall his body has sleekness that is attractive.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 08-Jul-2019
    He does look that way :) Thank you for the nice comments!
reply by Linda Wetzel on 08-Jul-2019
    My pleasure.
Comment from cleo85


I admire the sharpness of detail and the perfect depth of this photo. Even single feathers of the bird show very crisp. I like the light reflection in the eye. The colors are through natural- realistic. The bird is nicely placed into the frame. The diagonal string emphasizes the bird. The photo is well composed and framed.

 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 08-Jul-2019
    Thank you for your great review!
reply by cleo85 on 09-Jul-2019
    You're most welcome. :o)
Comment from Kelly Kiley


Wow!!! Love the colors in the bird!! The look on his face is awesome!!! You have a great shot here!!l. Love it!!! You are extremely talented!!l

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 Comment Written 08-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 08-Jul-2019
    Thank you!
reply by Kelly Kiley on 09-Jul-2019
    Your very welcome!!