thomas_hill
Sandhill Crane in Grass - Bosque Del Apache NWR, NM
File #: 1807917
Sometimes the simplest image is the best.
I love shooting Sandhill Cranes for lots of reasons. But, when you shooting them in the same location year after year after year, it becomes a struggle to create something original. I found this bird among several other foraging amongst these plants. To me, the solitary bird in a field of tall grass/bush was unique.
Another element I like is the very even light in this image. Unlike very sunny days, this day was extremely overcast making the sky a giant photographic "soft-box." What's a soft-box? It's a light designed to light a subject while eliminating pesky shadows. There's just enough directional light in this particular image to see texture. But, there aren't any major shadows, the bane of bright sunlight. While not the classic warm light most photographers enjoy, I truly enjoy this muted form because all elements of the subject are plainly seen. I guess it's a personal taste thing.
Another reason I like this image is it's very very simple. The bird occupies the right third power position. There's the background and the bird. The subtle change in color in the background is a subtle element. Otherwise, this image is all about the bird. I like simple, and there's a lot of that in this particular image.
Cheers
Tom
Sandhill Crane in Grass - Bosque Del Apache NWR, NM
File #: 1807917
Sometimes the simplest image is the best.
I love shooting Sandhill Cranes for lots of reasons. But, when you shooting them in the same location year after year after year, it becomes a struggle to create something original. I found this bird among several other foraging amongst these plants. To me, the solitary bird in a field of tall grass/bush was unique.
Another element I like is the very even light in this image. Unlike very sunny days, this day was extremely overcast making the sky a giant photographic "soft-box." What's a soft-box? It's a light designed to light a subject while eliminating pesky shadows. There's just enough directional light in this particular image to see texture. But, there aren't any major shadows, the bane of bright sunlight. While not the classic warm light most photographers enjoy, I truly enjoy this muted form because all elements of the subject are plainly seen. I guess it's a personal taste thing.
Another reason I like this image is it's very very simple. The bird occupies the right third power position. There's the background and the bird. The subtle change in color in the background is a subtle element. Otherwise, this image is all about the bird. I like simple, and there's a lot of that in this particular image.
Cheers
Tom