Cygnet Portrait
Black Swan Cygnet feeding11 total reviews
Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Mary,
A beautiful picture of this Black Swan Cygnet coming back up after a bottom dive to get algae from the bed of the waterway on which the clear blue sky is reflected on the ripples water droplets like sparkling diamonds clinging to the feathers on it's neck. The light also catching the sparkle in it's eye. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2020
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Mary,
A beautiful picture of this Black Swan Cygnet coming back up after a bottom dive to get algae from the bed of the waterway on which the clear blue sky is reflected on the ripples water droplets like sparkling diamonds clinging to the feathers on it's neck. The light also catching the sparkle in it's eye. Beautiful composition framing and lighting taken with superb camera techniques and sharp focus.
Susan
Comment Written 25-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2020
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Thanks so much Susan :)
Comment from Malmax
Another outstanding image Mary that has incredible detail and such a beautiful background. This view and portrait like image is really fantastic. I only wish I had a
six to give it!
Malmax
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2020
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Another outstanding image Mary that has incredible detail and such a beautiful background. This view and portrait like image is really fantastic. I only wish I had a
six to give it!
Malmax
Comment Written 24-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 25-Sep-2020
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Thanks very much for the "cyber" six :) :)
Comment from cleo85
This is an very impressive close-up. I am impressed by the sharpness of detail and the realism of light sand color. I see water drops running down on the neck of the bird and on its beak. The reflections are enthralling. The stop-in-action is perfect. The cygnet seems searching the water surface and might found some food. The bird is excellently placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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This is an very impressive close-up. I am impressed by the sharpness of detail and the realism of light sand color. I see water drops running down on the neck of the bird and on its beak. The reflections are enthralling. The stop-in-action is perfect. The cygnet seems searching the water surface and might found some food. The bird is excellently placed within the frame. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks very much Cleo :)
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You're very welcome :o)
Comment from FBI GUY
Light, bright and cropped tightly gives us a good look at this large bird. I love watching this graceful birds feed. Your wonder if their air supply is running out based on the amount of time they are under. The ripples on the water add movement for the scene.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Light, bright and cropped tightly gives us a good look at this large bird. I love watching this graceful birds feed. Your wonder if their air supply is running out based on the amount of time they are under. The ripples on the water add movement for the scene.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks again Gary :)
Comment from Sean T Phelan
Yes!
As I mentioned these creatures have what I think of as an 'Elasmosaurine' sort of a look!
( not that the giant sea-dwelling prehistoric Elasmosaurs were herbivorous,or even birds for that matter! : ) )
It's a fine looking Avian Portrait picture,Mary!
~Sean
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Yes!
As I mentioned these creatures have what I think of as an 'Elasmosaurine' sort of a look!
( not that the giant sea-dwelling prehistoric Elasmosaurs were herbivorous,or even birds for that matter! : ) )
It's a fine looking Avian Portrait picture,Mary!
~Sean
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks Sean had to look that one up LOL there are many interesting facts about these birds. :)
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: D
Comment from michiganmike
A very nice shot that shows this feeding behavior. I like the detail in the cygnet and the great color of the blue water with lily pads. How old would you estimate this cygnet to be?
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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A very nice shot that shows this feeding behavior. I like the detail in the cygnet and the great color of the blue water with lily pads. How old would you estimate this cygnet to be?
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks Mike it is starting to get more black feathers so think it is closer to 3 months - the parents look after them for up to 9 months.
Comment from nikman
A grand looking action nature portrait presented here! Your fine and classical composition captures a wonderful action moment. With that gaping beak, your beautiful cygnet looks very hungry indeed! Exposure and sharpness are spot on. Well taken, great photo!
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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A grand looking action nature portrait presented here! Your fine and classical composition captures a wonderful action moment. With that gaping beak, your beautiful cygnet looks very hungry indeed! Exposure and sharpness are spot on. Well taken, great photo!
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Wow thanks so much again Nik appreciate the high rating :)
Comment from Oats19
The colors you have captured in the water really makes the subject stand out. The lighting is great . A very well taken closeup . You have captured the moment .
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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The colors you have captured in the water really makes the subject stand out. The lighting is great . A very well taken closeup . You have captured the moment .
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks so much :)
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You're welcome
Comment from Diana Lehboub
Great job at capture this moment. What a beautiful swan. Best of luck in the contest and keep posting these great pictures. I will be in the look out for more of your pictures.
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Great job at capture this moment. What a beautiful swan. Best of luck in the contest and keep posting these great pictures. I will be in the look out for more of your pictures.
Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks Diana (not entered in any contest) but appreciate your review. :) Mary
Comment from alaskapat
Very nice timing to capture this cygnet as it comes up from the water with bill opened. Well photographed with good focus, this image is sharp and clear, exposure is good, colors and tones appear natural, appreciate the clear eye complete with catch light! Well composed and presented!
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reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Very nice timing to capture this cygnet as it comes up from the water with bill opened. Well photographed with good focus, this image is sharp and clear, exposure is good, colors and tones appear natural, appreciate the clear eye complete with catch light! Well composed and presented!
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Comment Written 23-Sep-2020
reply by the author on 23-Sep-2020
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Thanks very much Pat :)