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06-SEP-2009 Sayer

Signs of Coming Winter

Crosswinds Marsh

These geese suddenly appeared while I was photographing a swan in the light of dawn.
As they quickly passed overhead there was time to point the lens but no time to focus.
Seconds after they flew out of sight, a barrage of gunshots broke the morning silence.
Moments later a few of them returned, scattered and mournfully wondering what had happened.

Canon EOS-1D Mark III ,Sigma 300-800mm f/5.6 EX DG IF HSM APO
1/8000s f/8.0 at 981.0mm iso100 hide exif
Full EXIF Info
Date/Time06-Sep-2009 07:29:34
MakeCanon
ModelCanon EOS-1D Mark III
Flash UsedNo
Focal Length981 mm
Exposure Time1/8000 sec
Aperturef/8
ISO Equivalent100
Exposure Bias-2.67
White Balance
Metering Modematrix (5)
JPEG Quality
Exposure Programaperture priority (3)
Focus Distance

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Guest 25-Dec-2009 06:25
Great shot! Wonderful composition!V
Guest 07-Dec-2009 07:50
Nice usage of the sigmonster!
Guest 13-Nov-2009 15:22
Just fantastic!
Dick Lowthian21-Oct-2009 12:52
I'd say this is a once in a lifetime opportunity, Sayer. Beautiful.
Guest 14-Oct-2009 01:46
Great composition and capture. V
Bob Gilley08-Oct-2009 17:08
Absolutely gorgeous image Sayer!! Some time the the less planned out images are the best ~v~
Bill Robinson08-Oct-2009 12:30
Much prefer an OOF photo than a buckshot any day. Stunning scene Sayer.;o)
Art Parnell07-Oct-2009 02:19
Some shots are just meant to be, Sayer. Great timing!
Debbie 04-Oct-2009 23:27
There is a haunting cold chill that surrounds this photo that makes it repulsive and irrestable at the same time.
Guest 03-Oct-2009 17:47
absolutely stunning!!!!!
Mary Anne Redmond in Maine 03-Oct-2009 17:29
A friend who posts on pbase just called my attention to this photo. You should definitely consider getting this into a gallery exhibit. You have been magically able to combine photography and painting in this one. The "out of focus" only adds to the picture to make it appear much like a painting. I'd call it a masterpiece! I'm aware that photography might just be an enjoyable hobby to you, but after looking at some of your other photos, I see real talent. Don't keep your skills hidden; display them for a wide audience to enjoy! I have bookmarked your site to see how you do.
Barry S Moore03-Oct-2009 13:40
A Brilliant cature. ~V~
Guest 02-Oct-2009 14:36
Lovely capture! V
Allen Hart02-Oct-2009 06:52
Sayer - how do you keep doing this!!!!! Now you are the Sun and Geese whisperer. This is really an awesome shot.
Guest 02-Oct-2009 00:21
Lovely fall photo. Wonderful color.
On Summerfield Drive 01-Oct-2009 20:02
What a great capture!! The real beauty of nature shines through. How painful though that some did not survive the flight. Thanks for sharing Sayer.
Char01-Oct-2009 18:47
Incredible capture Sayer! \/
Martin Schiff01-Oct-2009 16:23
Beautiful image. Composition is great.
Guest 01-Oct-2009 16:13
Gorgeous! Like an impressionist masterpiece!
Jess. ( Lady.D.)01-Oct-2009 14:38
Beautifully captured and the soft focus adds to the visual beauty of the sunrise, well done Sayer...
Joe Lasker01-Oct-2009 13:39
The focus doesn't matter on an image like this, it works great.
Guest 01-Oct-2009 13:27
wow sayer.. fantastic image.. love it on my wall...lol big vote
Tamara01-Oct-2009 11:30
What a lovely image, Sayer! Such a strong sunset, beautiful.
Randy Adams01-Oct-2009 07:56
Great reflexes Sayer! Excellent composition and silhouetting. V
Ann...01-Oct-2009 07:45
Fabulous!!
Guest 01-Oct-2009 05:00
What a wonderful shot! \/
Jay Levin01-Oct-2009 03:42
Although Tricia is biased, I am not, Sayer. :-) This is a fantastic capture with the geese crossing an awesome morning sky. You could easily sell this one. Big Vote
Tricia01-Oct-2009 03:39
What a great shot! So colorful....
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