Sonoran Desert Museum...the Spartacus Chronicles

[equilution]

Jim's out to archery practice with the boys, so I thought I'd hack in here to show a few of MY favorites....THAT I TOOK!! Looking through some of the old posts, it sounds like he's been bad-mouthing me. Don't believe a word of it. I was framed!!! Remember that picture of me leaning on the Cuervo??? Totally staged! He took my battery out, so I was defenseless. Then took out his fog machine to make it look dramatic. I'm telling you...don't trust this guy!!

Anyway, here are a few more from our visit to the Sonoran Desert Museum. Can't wait to get back exclusively for the Harris' Hawks. I love this guy's profile, so I posted it in Patrick and Paul's curvy thread under Jim's name. Until I grow legs, I have to drag Jim along wherever I go, so I'm at the mercy of this photographer-wannabe!



....nuther desert viper


While this shot is technically substandard, I couldn't help but post it. I love the brilliant colors that were reflected by the 1/5000th second flash. This was by far the most colorful hummingbird I've ever seen. This shot is SOOM (straight out of me) except for a little crop.


...and last but not least, another magnificent hawk. What a poser!!!


Thanks for looking at MY pics...for I am Spartacus!!!

[harrypalmer044]

Ah Jim!! these are brilliant images, they are so cool mate. There isnt one image I would not be proud to have hanging on my wall. I so love the humming bird image, what a wonderful capture. Thank you for sharing these with us, they have brightened up a difficult day,
Have a lovely weekend.
David

[beachcomber]

Nice work Spartacus, it's noticeable how much better the pictures are when you get the opportunity to be the free spirit that is Nikon in a world of colour

I don't believe this,
I get criticised for my spelling and now I'm typing stuff for a bloody talking camera

ps;
give my regards to Jim when you see him

[picnik]

Well Spartacus... these are fantastic shots...
Gotta love the hawks and that viper is awesome.
Wow... that humming bird is gorgeous... beautiful colors.
Don't let Jim catch you posting under his profile...
he may have to detain you again.
Thanks for sharing.

[pjflan7]

Terrific shots Jim......I don't know how to post process a shot like that viper but that is cool and I also see that you have two triangles of negative space in the corners which nicely frames the diagonal subject and the eye is right on the horizontal plane of thirds......great composition Jim

[martha36]

Wow, Jim, those first two are spectacular! And a little spooky.

[lputman]

Very nice photographs! I absolutely love the first one though!

[dizwold]

he he
great storyline
great shots jim the first is awesome with cool vignetting
love it
mike

[Chewys Dad]

Great Set! The Hawks are just awesome as is the sidewinder. You Nailed the Hummer as well.
Thanks for sharing these
Michael.

[atulsc]

worderfully shot and great treatment on the first 2 Jim.. cool.