We set sail from Nassau and were headed back to NY. I'm on deck in the middle of the Atlantic enjoying the breeze and I see it in the corner of my eye. "Is that a bird?!?" It most certainly was. I dashed up four decks into our cabin, grab my camera, attach a zoom and head back down to deck seven.
It must have made a home onboard, like the ones you see at Home Depot. But there he was darting from the deck below and flying alongside the ship having the time of his life. And then another one appeared. I didn't get any shots of the pair but after 300+ shots this one is my favorite.
It was quite the challenge getting a good shot - older camera with a slow FPS and subpar AF, wind, rocking boat, waves and a fast excited bird!
Critique is always welcome.
Exciting, love those types of stories; and came away with a great photo to boot! I'm still learning my birds, but it appears to be a Song Sparrow, perhaps? Great shot. :)
Thanks, Joe! It's one of those stories that never gets old. I only know a few birds so I'll go along with a Song Sparrow. :)
Cool shot! Definitely a different perspective. it could almost pass for upside down against a cloudy sky.
Thanks, Tony! Wow, I never thought about it like that, but I can see it...
That's what I thought it was at a glance.
I can identify. 300 exposures to get the one that you wanted...
It was definitely worth the work. I really like this unusual point of view, and the clarity of the bird is very enjoyable.
Thank you, Gregory! I'm glad you like it. I was only able to get a few acceptably sharp captures.
Wonderful PoV!
Thanks, Nitin!