January 8, 2013 — Sage Scott
One Thing, Three Ways (Plus a Bonus Shot): Ducks in the Snow
I took these shots from farther than I would have liked. In a snow storm. They are not as sharp or as impressive as I would have liked, but I wanted to share them for feedback nonetheless.
What do you think? Any tips for next time?
Duck Photo #1. A mama mallard duck waddles on the frozen part of Lake Lenexa.
Duck Photo #2. A daddy mallard duck takes a frigid swim.
Duck Photo #3. I love how he posed for me here, casting a reflection in the freezing lake water. If only I could have gotten a little closer and a more clear shot…
Duck Photo #4 (Bonus). This shot makes me think boy, girl, boy, girl.
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I like the poser the best.
Thanks! I just wish it were a little closer and/or a little more clear. Maybe next trip to the Lake!
I like the third one best also but they all show how cold it is there.. good job!
maybe brighten the shadows 🙂
Thanks for the tip. I will Google how to do that in Photoshop! 🙂
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highlights&shadows…then play around with the sliders.
Also-try curves and levels
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No ducks it’s cold!! HAHA! I love these, our ducks love to stick around when it’s cold too… I don’t know why lol! I love how close you got to the third one 🙂
My favourite is no 3. I think the light is best in that one so it brings out more details. Great reflections too.