Eastern Bluebird Update

[Runmonty]

freaking awesome Mike.

Don't ask me to pick a favourite. All are really exceptional.

I didn't think you could "up the bar" , but you have imo. Extraordinary.

[Marko]

RM says it well - Superb on multiple levels - Every shot is super strong and quite a few hit them out of the park. Your patience and dedication have paid off in a gorgeous way.
I really like the 'suspended' feel of some shots (9,10,13) - my only comment on those shots is that some of the edges and the corners could be burned in 5-15% to give the eye a bit more 'frame'. Give it a go if you have a few minutes and let me know if you agree - Shot 9 is my fave of those three shots. So dreamy feeling.

Well done again Mike!

[Mike Bons]

Thanks Marko and RM! Marko, I remember trying to put a little vignette on a couple of those images when I was originally processing them but I didn't like it. I think the difference is that when I am usually processing them its in LR which will have a black background where as the forum's BG is white which I think makes a big difference with those pics. I appreciate the feedback though. A number of those images were also shot with the 135mm F/2 lens +/- 1.4x TC. My point being is that you don't necessarily need a long lens to shoot these. Shooting them with a 400mm or a 135mm doesn't really matter so much in the final product, but the experience of shooting them is different. With the 135L I am often lens that 6ft away from them, which is just pretty cool to get that close.

[Hillbillygirl]

Pure perfection in all of these Mike. Love the lighting, and exquisite detail, along with the superb creamy background.