The Cormorant and The Heron

© Roger becker

The Cormorant and The Heron

Uploaded: December 15, 2009

Description

Shot this pic at The Manasquan reservoir in Howell NJ .The fog was still on the water and these 2 birds just seemed to be waiting for it to clear . ISO - 400 Exposure 1/1250 F-stop F/13

Exif: F Number: 13, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/1250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 300.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi

Comments

Michelle Alton December 16, 2009

Awesome! #1216598

Nancyj E. Hovey level-classic January 18, 2010

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S
on your wonderful FINALIST! 8o)

Photobucket #8307727

Craig W. Myers level-classic January 18, 2010

Stunning image. Love the lines and tonal qualities. Very reminiscent of a Japanese painting. Richly deserved recognition. #8309399

January 19, 2010

Great shot Roger- I was one of the judges this month, and it was my #1 for that category- just love it- well done- it's a winner in my book. What you can do when you search for great light, and capture a solid exposure. #8313098

Usman M. Bajwa level-classic January 19, 2010

WTG Roger. CONGRATZ on landing in the Gold Zone!

UB. #8314174

Roger becker January 20, 2010

Thank you everyone one all your nice comments . I can't believe that I have won second place WOW #8315401

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict January 20, 2010

Congratulations Roger on your Wonderful Winner!!!


Dominick #8316766

Dianna Murphy January 20, 2010

A big warm hearted congratulations to you on your fantastic winner!!! I wish you continued success in the future.
Dianna #8316823

Craig W. Myers level-classic January 20, 2010

Richly deserved, congratulations! #8317530

Bill Houghton January 21, 2010

Roger, this is such s great shot. Beautiful job. Congratulations on your win. Have a wonderful day, Bill

If you have time, check out my website:

Bill Houghton Photography



#8318658

Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 22, 2010

Wow, a captivating winning wildlife capture Roger! WTG! Congratulations! #8321867

Wally Orlowsky March 17, 2010

Hi Roger Glad we met this morning so that I could see this awesome photo. Belated congratulations on this well-deserved winner!
Wally #8461450

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