Reviews from

Touchdown Imminent

Gull preparing to land

9 total reviews 
Comment from supergold


an excellent front view of this gull one second before touch down; I like the position of the wings and the very sharp details;
good framin and lighting;

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 14-Oct-2021
    Thank you very much!
Comment from avmurray


I especially like the fine ripples and reflections in the shiny water, but also the stop action is excellent. The light is falling on the bird in such a lovely way, and the open wings looks beautiful.

The bird is standing out sharp and well defined against the background, and it is indeed clear details to be seen in the feathers of the bird. The white balance and exposure is spot on.

The format and framing is perfect, and the bird has got a fine position within the frame. This is a truly lovely and well taken photo with an excellent DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 11-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 14-Oct-2021
    My sincere thanks for your lovely and very well detailed review,the grand rating and the well wishes!
reply by avmurray on 15-Oct-2021
    You are more than welcome.
Comment from alaskapat


Nice entry for the contest, the gull is well placed within the frame, nice stop action capture , I like the ripples on the water and the rippled reflection.
Well focused, this image is clear, exposure is correct, colors and tones appear natural. Nice lifted wings show good detail.
Well composed and presented ! Best wishes to you in this contest!

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 14-Oct-2021
    Thanks so much!
Comment from michiganmike


A very nice shot and a great entry for this contest. Excellent depth of field to keep both the bird and its reflection in such good focus. Best of luck in the voting.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Thanks so very much!
Comment from nikman


A good looking image posted here into the competition! Your fine and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable view of that seagull about to land. Like its wing display and reflections. Exposure and sharpness are fine. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Many thanks!
Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel


Wow, a very excellent title and shot, absolutely at the perfect second with this extreme wing position for the landing moment - this picture shows us that the wings are much more as we just see them covering their bodies.
Perfect frame choice, integrating the reflection in a very harmonious way - excellent sharpness and contrast - super distance and position - a wonderful moment- well seen and well presented as always

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Thank you!
reply by Regina E.H-Ariel on 10-Oct-2021
    You are very welcome
Comment from Glena Jessee-King


What a nice landing the gull is about to perform. Unique coloring of the waters in this mixed media photography, especially the back parts. Nice reflection of the gull.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Many thanks!
reply by Glena Jessee-King on 11-Oct-2021
    Welcome much!
Comment from BarbaraKeener


Berry nice photo! Clear image and straight on view. Just beautiful. The reflection and water texture and color are a great background! Best wishes!

 Comment Written 08-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Thanks for the nice review, well wishes and extra star!
Comment from Sean T Phelan


That's an interesting picture featuring this popular bird in a nice and unusual kind of a pose!
It's a well-presented scene and it's very enjoyable to look at!
~Sean

 Comment Written 08-Oct-2021


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2021
    Many thanks!
reply by Sean T Phelan on 11-Oct-2021
    You're welcome,my friend!