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Old 06-17-2009, 01:58 AM
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Default One more Barn Swallow

This is the last of the Barn Swallows until the next attempt.. After doing a little research, it seems these little guys are quite the opportunists and this " Kettle " or group of them were furiously attacking flying insects across the great lawn at my favorite park..

I decided to fiddle with this one, I always try and shoot sharp focus, but in this case I had to keep it soft, sharpening wasn't happening lol, I personally like this style in the right photo.. maybe not a Species Shot for the portfolio.. but just to catch them darting around is breathtaking in person and this reminds me of hearing thier wings flapping and how I was ducking away when I first got there , thinking they'd hit me ( not a chance, they are masters at aerobatics)

Barn Swallow

I hope ya like, thanks for looking,

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Old 06-17-2009, 03:10 AM
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I like a lot Vin, Now I know what Hirundo rustica is. Great work and thanks bud!
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Wow Vin that is one fantastic catch! They are so fast and you got this one so amazingly well. I love your composition. I also really like your frame work and lettering. Great choices. Awesome work!
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great picture, love the presentation
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That is a great shot my friend. The composition and soft focus work perfectly and the framing you put on just sets it all off. Very nice !
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Great job on the swallow. Looking at your pictures, I'm realizing that there are some of these in my neighborhood. I see them when I take Walker (the bulldog) for a walk. There's a certain area on the street where I feel like I'm getting dive-bombed and I recognize the forked tail. Getting a shot of one of these is amazing! I was out yesterday taking some shots of some buzzards and had a difficult time of it...shall I say I have a newfound respect for your captures????
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I love those little birds.

Hard to catch in flight!
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Nice shot again vin. Great angle on it.
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Vin my good buddy, that is outstanding. No more words needed here.

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Great capture Vin! The composition is spot on! Birds in flight are tough for me, well done!
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