Eyeing Me!
Seagull Portrait.25 total reviews
Comment from WonderfulWorld
Not sure of the DOF on this one. I can see that you have the eye in sharp focus, but the rest of the image seems a little soft? Not sure if it is this site (as lots that I upload come out softer than I see on my monitor), but maybe a high f number to head the head all in focus. It's hard to comment on here, not knowing what the original image looks like. Lighting looks good, and I like the line of shadow on the left. Good luck for the competition.
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Not sure of the DOF on this one. I can see that you have the eye in sharp focus, but the rest of the image seems a little soft? Not sure if it is this site (as lots that I upload come out softer than I see on my monitor), but maybe a high f number to head the head all in focus. It's hard to comment on here, not knowing what the original image looks like. Lighting looks good, and I like the line of shadow on the left. Good luck for the competition.
Comment Written 16-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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I am grateful for your nice review! I have no problem with your ideas on DOF. On the site it does appear a bit soft, but it sharp on my monitor.
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Why does the site do that to sharp images?
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Got no idea!
Comment from supergold
a wonderful very, very close up, some people would cal it a macro, of this seagull; sharp focus with outstanding control of exposure for the white; there is just a problem that I can't determine: are the seagulls considered as ducks???
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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a wonderful very, very close up, some people would cal it a macro, of this seagull; sharp focus with outstanding control of exposure for the white; there is just a problem that I can't determine: are the seagulls considered as ducks???
Comment Written 16-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Your kind reply is appreciated! I thought they were ducks but many members disagree!! Then again I am no nature expert.
Comment from KristiV
Not a duck but a great photo of this seagull!
Focus is great and the eye is very sharp. Interesting composition and subject!
Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Not a duck but a great photo of this seagull!
Focus is great and the eye is very sharp. Interesting composition and subject!
Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 16-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Very many thanks!
Comment from MKFlood
lolol..forgive me but when did a seagull to be considered as a duck? personally i call these critters sea vultures..i just notice that you submitted this in a duck contest. just curious if your aware of it. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of the seagulls facial is great. the capture of the light is great. the image is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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lolol..forgive me but when did a seagull to be considered as a duck? personally i call these critters sea vultures..i just notice that you submitted this in a duck contest. just curious if your aware of it. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of the seagulls facial is great. the capture of the light is great. the image is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Your kind review is appreciated. Do not know much about birds and ducks!
Comment from Sgoolsby
Great close up head shot!
He looks quite intense.
Great detailing in the white feathers around the beak.
Love the simplicity of the shot. Really great capture!
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Great close up head shot!
He looks quite intense.
Great detailing in the white feathers around the beak.
Love the simplicity of the shot. Really great capture!
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2020
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Very many thanks!
Comment from cleo85
This is a beautiful shot of an indeed beautiful bird. Your photo is excellently focused and exposed. I am impressed by the sharpness of detail and the realism of color and light. The tight framing is adequate. The portrait is balanced.
Unfortunately, you posted your photo in a wrong contest. This contest ask for ducks, but your photo shows a seagull. I am afraid your photo will be disqualified.
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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This is a beautiful shot of an indeed beautiful bird. Your photo is excellently focused and exposed. I am impressed by the sharpness of detail and the realism of color and light. The tight framing is adequate. The portrait is balanced.
Unfortunately, you posted your photo in a wrong contest. This contest ask for ducks, but your photo shows a seagull. I am afraid your photo will be disqualified.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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I am very grateful for your detailed and supportive review! I canot comment on your wrong contest comment as I have had zero biological education!! Very many thanks.
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You're most welcome :o)
Although Ducks and Gulls are classified as Aves, Ducks belong to the family Anatidae while Gulls belong to the family Laridae. For more information search WIKIPEDIA.
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Many thanks!
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You're very welcome :o)
Comment from DebbieK
Fantastic portrait of this seagull. I like the blue background from the sky. It really enhances the bird. Good focus and lighting. Sharp detail. Nicely done. Good luck in the photo contest.
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Fantastic portrait of this seagull. I like the blue background from the sky. It really enhances the bird. Good focus and lighting. Sharp detail. Nicely done. Good luck in the photo contest.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Very many thanks!
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You are welcome.
Comment from Neilnap773
despite being a great photo,correct me if I am wrong .but this is a gull not a duck ? so as a result Ive reduced the rating down one point as it does not correlate with the title,however,the actual shot is brilliant,great focus and excellent structure
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reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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despite being a great photo,correct me if I am wrong .but this is a gull not a duck ? so as a result Ive reduced the rating down one point as it does not correlate with the title,however,the actual shot is brilliant,great focus and excellent structure
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Your kind and supportive review is appreciated. Sorry, but I have to confess that I have had zero biological education!
Comment from suffolkbrian
Well good seagull shot with good detail and fills the frame so well,but it begs the question why is it in a duck contest,it does not qualify,a bird contest yes,but a duck contest no...Brian
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Well good seagull shot with good detail and fills the frame so well,but it begs the question why is it in a duck contest,it does not qualify,a bird contest yes,but a duck contest no...Brian
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Glad you enjoyed the photo! Need to explain I am no expert on birds/ducks as I have had zero biological education!!
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your welcome,simple seagulls are not ducks check it out on google
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Thanks
Comment from alaskapat
Very nice image! Beautiful close capture of this gull, well focused, this image is clear, exposure is well managed, I see good detail in the white feathers, nice clear eye and beak, well composed against the blue sky background, well presented!
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Very nice image! Beautiful close capture of this gull, well focused, this image is clear, exposure is well managed, I see good detail in the white feathers, nice clear eye and beak, well composed against the blue sky background, well presented!
Comment Written 15-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2020
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Very many thanks!