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Challenge: Action V (Standard Editing)
Collection: Portfolio
Camera: OM System OM-1 Mark II
Lens: OM System 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 IS II M.Zuiko Digital
Location: Rice Creek
Date: Aug 16, 2025
Aperture: 5.9
ISO: 320
Shutter: 1/1000
Date Uploaded: Aug 16, 2025

A Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) flys by me at a very close range on Rice Creek Water Trail, Circle Pines, Mn, USA.

Statistics
Place: 7 out of 31
Avg (all users): 6.5750
Avg (participants): 6.1818
Avg (non-participants): 7.0556
Views since voting: 329
Views during voting: 83
Votes: 40
Comments: 4
Favorites: 0


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09/03/2025 07:10:12 AM
Hey there from the Critique Club

My thoughts on the image: This was one of my favorites in the challenge. Overall, I think it scored low. When considering the field, I do not think it was a ribbon, but at least a top 5. But still, 7 is nothing to be scoffed at.

My ideas for improvement: I like the stopped action, and I really like the composition you chose. The only thing that would have grown the score, in my opinion, was better focus on the heron's eye. The wings and body are nice and crisp, but the eye seems just a bit soft to me. However, getting these guys to pose or do a second fly-by is difficult. Great capture.

Where I would have/did score this entry: This was a 7 for me, and I believe it scored a little low overall. There were a couple that placed ahead of you that I feel should not have. Even still, great image and congrats on a strong finish!

Thank you for the opportunity to provide a critique on your entry,
Eric
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08/29/2025 10:14:08 AM
Great capture! A top pick for me so graceful and beautiful.
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08/29/2025 07:03:30 AM
This is really amazing, - so close to the water! Sharp and balanced light, well done!
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
08/27/2025 08:59:32 AM
Amazing shot, stunning wing span.
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