White Swans

[ken1953]

I took about 200 shots of these 2 today and got some really nice shots, but this is one of my favorites. All I've done is to crop it slightly and took previous critiques about framing and just added the small black frame. This was shot with my Kodak P/S at about 6x optical zoom on a tripod, using fill flash and auto setting. This pair was very cooperative today, but I was told they are permanent residents of the trail area and are usually pretty rowdy when people get as close as I was. As usual, all comments are greatly appreciated, as I am trying to learn to better present my photos. Hope you like the shot.
Ken

[MB1]

I wanted a lower point of view while I was looking at this. Just as an aside the white feathers of the swans have pretty much washed out making the photo look overexposed, perhaps some reduction in contrast is called for.

[ChowChi-Ching]

I agree, there is a lack of definition in the swans from overexposure, they almost look hazy. Very pretty swans though.

[ken1953]

Thanx MB1 and ChowChi...I see what you mean and will attempt to adjust the contrast. I'm still pretty weak with PS but will give it the old college try. As for getting lower...hehe...it may be easier to fix the contrast thatn to get this old fat body on the ground, much less back up again...hahahaha...but I will try...I was using my tripod, which is pretty tall even at it's shortest. I am hoping to get a smaller one soon. I really appreciate the comments...I was beginning to wonder if anyone was going to comment.