Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by MaryO:
Lovely shape and nice timing on the capture. Highlights look a little blown on my monitor.

Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by Gaia:
great timing! I see the action inthis picture!

Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by jeger:
Great exposure. Would like to see the bird a little less centered.

Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by JLC:
What a beautiful bird. You captured it well!

Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by Tammer:
Nice image. I like the lighting and composition.

Cleared for takeoff
by clauderbaugh

Comment by jblaylockrayner:
Nice shot - Like the tones - Nice study - Composition a little dull.

The Majestic
by clauderbaugh

Comment by posthumous:
critique club

focus is good, colors are good.

the composition is one of a photographer trying to get the subject into frame. in other words, not particularly inspired, but serviceable. The bird is in an interesting position. I get a sense of struggle. beyond that, it is what it is: a bird taking off from a pier. to improve, I would suggest seeking out more complex stories or mysteries. don't answer all the questions the photograph asks.

The Majestic
by clauderbaugh

Comment by liberty:
Great shot, nice colors, focus is great, 9

The Majestic
by clauderbaugh

Comment by Trinity_12_12:
Wonderful picture with nice detail in the white feathers. The sky is a great contrast. I know this type of photo is really difficult to plan but considering your background is so clear and therefore easy to work with, what about cutting out the slice of sky between the bird and the wooden perch to narrow the distance between them and then extending the sky in front of the bird to give it more space to fly into. If you try an edit like this, I would love to see it!

The Majestic
by clauderbaugh

Comment by bs-photos:
Cool angle, he really stands out nicely.