Dedication for Ulla and Ivan

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Dedication for Ulla and Ivan
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Copyright: Gert Ellstrom (ellis49) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3658 W: 349 N: 8861] (28605)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-03-04
Categories: Birds
Camera: Canon EOS 1D Mark II, Canon Ef 400mm /F5.6 L USM, Digital RAW 200
Exposure: f/10.0, 1/160 seconds
Details: Tripod: Yes
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Theme(s): Pentaxfriend's favorites [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-03-04 7:38
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Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 39
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Today’s post is a dedication to Ulla and Ivan för what they have done to this site.
I know they are eager to find a Sibirian Jay (Lavskrika)in the summer, Ulla has a dream to catch it with her camera.
I and Micke(Tamrock) had plans to visit this area where you can find these birds last week but I got the flu so we canceled the trip. We had plans to go next year instead since you only can find these birds in the winter in our county. These birds are normally far north In Sweden but 3-4 of them use to be here.
But Micke called early this morning and asked me if I could come, this was maybe the last chance.
We were very lucky, sunny, blue sky, very good light and we found the birds.
And as usually we bribe them with Falun sausages, I don’t know but they really loves it.
We had to trudge in a ½ hour through in a quite lot of snow before we reach the place but it was worth it.
I hope you like it

PLS
No points for this, I have given them up like some others. I have turn of the points, so don't waste your green ones.


Siberian Jays are rather comical birds, fluttering around in the branches of pine trees or hopping about on the ground like overgrown tits. They are often silent and tend to bunch together in small parties so they can be tricky to find, but if you do see them they can be very approachable and will often fly right up to you. They are unmistakable birds about Mistle Thrush-size but with rusty red tails and wing panels.

Source and more info


Canon 400mm , tripod, spot metering
ISO 200, Raw-format, av-mode
Levels, Contrast, Crop, resized to 800 pixels, Smart Sharpen PP in PS CS3

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Hi Gert
You have chosen beautiful photo for the dedication. Main object is prominent, sharpness is very good. I also like the OOF homogenous background.
Big smile is not becouse of the points but becouse I like the shot ;-)
Best wishes
Krzysztof

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1672 W: 8 N: 4021] (13253)
  • [2008-03-04 8:16]

Hi Gert,

A wonderful dedication to two of the nicest people on TN. They will love it. This Siberian Jay - a bird I have never seen - is beautiful. Same story with all your shots - perfect colors, perfect details, perfect pose, perfect background, perfect composition.

Jane

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  • nglen Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1863 W: 2 N: 4738] (18250)
  • [2008-03-04 8:20]

Hi Gert.A very nice dedication to IVAN & ULLA. They have helped me with there comments over my time on TN.
This is a fine shot of this rare bird, which you have captured so well. good detail and colours. with a nice POV/DOF.
well done TFS
Nick..

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1555 W: 233 N: 5071] (17907)
  • [2008-03-04 8:24]

Fantastic image Gert!
I'd never heard of these birds before TN!
And a very nice dedication to Ulla and Ivan!
Razor-sharp with incredible detail and superb clarity.
Very good composition and POV.
Perfect lighting.
The snow is a great addition.
Stunningly well done my friend.

Joe

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2292 W: 163 N: 6690] (21124)
  • [2008-03-04 8:35]
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Hej Gert,
Wow, you couldn't give us a better dedication - I love this bird and this is a wonderful view of it! As usual your captures are technically brilliant and well composed too. I like the light reflecting from the snow and the fine background. I'm glad you were lucky to find it. I wonder what lunch you had to offer him?? Delightful capture!
Many thanks and cheers, Ulla

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  • PaulH Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 980 W: 17 N: 2551] (9412)
  • [2008-03-04 8:36]

Hi Gert,
an excellent shot and dedication befitting two of TN's most highly regarded and respected members. Sheer technical brilliance, very well done indeed.
Paul

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  • Zeno Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 489 W: 0 N: 935] (7943)
  • [2008-03-04 8:55]
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Hi Gert,

I like this bird a lot. It's a pity you sharpened it too much. The colors and contrast are a bit overdone. I like it more the natural way. The POV and pose are very good.

regards,
Zeno.

This is a lovely shot of this bird. Excellent sharp details.
Best wishes,
Achim

Hi Gert,
Great shot, lovely composition and super frame and moreover is fantastic. TFS.
Greetings,
Bahadır

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  • Arjun Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 287 W: 3 N: 670] (3134)
  • [2008-03-04 9:37]

hello Mr.gert,
No words to express!!!
This is one of the best pictures I have seen on TN;.
NO comments, I liked all aspects in the picture,
TFS

Hi Gert,

WoooW what a beauty
EXCELLENT compo, POV, sharpnes and details
Perfect DOF and colors

TFS Thijs

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  • Alex99 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2935 W: 142 N: 4216] (13771)
  • [2008-03-04 10:24]

Hi Gret.
Touching dedication and amazing gift to our friends. Once more brilliant reproduction of the charming birdy and very impressive surroundings. Sharpness and details are ultimate and exposure of the contrast objects is precise. I like superb BG and colouration of the image. Bravo and many thanks.
Alexei.

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  • Tamrock Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 362 W: 0 N: 688] (3617)
  • [2008-03-04 11:02]

congrat gert!
superdupernice pic!!

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  • crs Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 116 W: 0 N: 159] (667)
  • [2008-03-04 11:08]

Hi Gert,

That is a very good picture. First it is the excelent rasor sharp image with most delicate details of the bird. Good way of using the light having very natural color tones in the photo.

Thank you for sharing,
Cristian

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  • Juyona Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 2072 W: 6 N: 1844] (12704)
  • [2008-03-04 11:45]

Hello Gert,
beautiful capture,
(now in your habitat) perfect details... and sharpness, good bg.
greetings

Hello Gert,

A perfect and fabulous capture of this beautiful Sibirian Jay. Also nice dedication of our joint beautiful-respected friends Ulla & Ivan. TFS.
Cheers,
Bayram

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  • Argus Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2407 W: 132 N: 6648] (20847)
  • [2008-03-04 13:17]
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Hej Gert,
Many thanks for this marvellous dedication: we are both honoured and delighted that you should post a Siberian Jay, Lavskrika as the dedicated image. It is a superb capture, in my view not oversharpened and other technical as well as esthetic aspects are superb.
If I am lucky enough to take a picture of it this summer when my son and I travel to Southern Lapland I would be very pleased if I got a shot half as good as this!
Thanks again,
Hälsningar,
Ivan

Hoppas vi kan träffas någon gång i år. Jag tänker på Fjärilsvägen för att plåta kattunvisslaren i juli, kanske när vi är tillbaka från vår fjällresa. Inget är bestämt än. Vi hörs!
Mvh, Ivan

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  • NinaM Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 543 W: 0 N: 1293] (4359)
  • [2008-03-04 16:19]

Hi Gert, this is a perfect picture, the beauty of it is breathtaking! I really love the beautiful colours, this grey is magnificent, all the details on the branch, with the lichens, all the details in the plumage, and even a glimpse from the bird to the lens. Thank you very much and your dedication is truly touching.

Francine

Gert,

What a cute little bird,
I have not seen this one,
I like the catch light and the pose is great,
He stands so proud,

fototab

Hello Gert,
Great capture, superb sharpness and details, good composition and point of view, lovely natural colors and terrific light, really outstanding!
Angela

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  • Jamesp Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1221 W: 0 N: 4443] (13278)
  • [2008-03-04 22:39]

Hi Gert

Excellent composition and pose with superb lighting, sharp detail and nice colour.

James

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  • Janice Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3336 W: 144 N: 5637] (16705)
  • [2008-03-04 23:47]

So beautifully captured Gert. Great shot for Ulla and Ivan - they do post some excellent images - and so do you.
Excellent pose, sharpness and colours - no problem here at this end - they are spot on - BRAVO!
Janice

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  • horia Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2069 W: 214 N: 3532] (11778)
  • [2008-03-05 0:46]

Hi Gert

A fantastic close-up here and a superb dedication to two of out most esteemed members!
Impeccable sharpness on this cute Siberian Jay, which is presented in a great lighting that enhances it colors even more.
Great DOF and BG here, contrasting superbly with the subject and making the photo even more attractive.
Wonderful work, my friend!

Bravo and TFS
Horia

Very beautiful shot Gert. The detail on this bird is incredible with very excellent colour. Your crop is very good positioning him perfectly in the frame. Depth of field is very good, providing a very pleasant bokeh behind the bird. I am going to have to find me some Falun Sausages. Enjoyed!

Thanks, John

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  • Debz Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 597 W: 0 N: 882] (3281)
  • [2008-03-05 1:58]

Hello Gert, this is a fine post of this beautiful Siberian Jay, its the first time I have seen one. The composition is perfect with the Jay perched on the snow laden branch. Great light and colours with a perfect dof and soft background, wonderful detail and focus.
tfs
debz

nice shot great one

Hello Gert,

great shot! Very nice detalis and perfect sharp!

TFS,
Luca

hello Gert

superb shot of this Siberian Jay, excellent POV, excellent sharpness
and details of the foreground, and a great luminosity of the image, TFS

Asbed

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  • Adanac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1029 W: 1 N: 3926] (13248)
  • [2008-03-05 15:49]

Hello Gert,
What a great pair of people to which you dedicate this outstanding image to, they will love it. Your capture has splendid detail with which to view this species I have not seen before. Amazing colors in the plumage and even a touch of green moss. Wonderful work Gert, thank you for this excellent image.
Rick

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  • gannu Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 728 W: 4 N: 1811] (8602)
  • [2008-03-05 23:14]

Gert WOW what a closeup and I am sure you must have been so close to the object. Excellent frame and lovely Ganesh

Hej Gert
Vad roligt att du och Micke åkte och fotade Lavskrikan :)
Allt väl med dig?
Hälsningar
Ralf

Hello Gert. Excellent shot at this bird with the perch on that snow covered branch. I like the muted background which is so pleasant to see. Well done and best regards. Jusni

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