While out testing some new equipment (full review coming soon) we digiscoped this Dark-eyed Junco at one of our favorite birding spots, Rock Cut State Park in northern Illinois.
Category: Photography
Phriday Photo – Flying Turkey Vultures
We love the shape Turkey Vultures (TVs) make when they fly. They are one of the coolest birds to observe and often allow for up close study. Their behaviors are fascinating and something we will be discussing in the near future.
Phriday Photo – Whooping Cranes in HDR
From our visit to the International Crane Foundation, this pair of Whooping Cranes posed nicely for a high dynamic range (HDR) shot.
Phriday Photo – Emu Feet
Was on vacation in The Dells (aka, Wisconsin Dells) and also Baraboo. These photos were taken at Wisconsin Deer Park. Emu feet are crazy and prehistoric looking which goes along well with the rest of the bird.
Phriday Photo – Devilish Cardinal
Phriday Photo – Yellowstone Lake State Park
Yellowstone Lake State Park is located in southern Wisconsin and was a nice stop on a wonderful weekend trip (non-birding) with Stacia. Birdfreak proving we were there Yellowstone Lake in HDR
Digiscoped American Golden Plovers
The following photos are digiscoped with our Swarovski Digiscoping Rig and are of one of the year’s few LIFE BIRDS. These American Golden Plovers were hanging out at a sod farm along a hidden gravel road. Please note that the distance was far and the lighting poor but using high powered optics helps to manage
Phriday Photo – Shooting at 400mm
Bird photography isn’t easy. It requires a steady hand and a lot of patience. And a big lens helps a lot!! Here Birdfreak is shooting with the Canon 100-400mm image stabilized lens.
