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A + B = C (not for the first time)

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There were lots of shorebirds at the East Pond on Friday morning. Two hunting Peregrine Falcons, however, made photography difficult as the birds were understandably very nervous. That said, we got some good stuff and Dan Gerstman learned a ton.

I had an easy afternoon at Nickerson. I worked a nest with three […]

The New Technique: Making Early Morning Backlit Hay While the Sun Shines in Your Face & the Wind is Behind You

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I enjoyed sleeping in on the rainy Thursday morning and got a ton of work done. I was glad to learn that repeat In-the-Field client Dan Gerstman will be doing me at the East Pan and that multiple IPT veteran and good friend Muhammad Arif will be joining me there on Saturday. We […]

So What Exactly Is a Good Bird? The East Pond Shines!

Your Favorite Shorebird Image?

All are invited to leave a comment letting us know which of today’s four featured shorebird images is your favorite and why you made your choice. Though I love them all, I have a tie for first. And I have my reasons 🙂

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With mostly cloudy-bright skies, a decent […]

A BAA Record 316 Images of the Same Bird Standing in the Same Spot. Flight Photography Basics. Another Wind-Against-Sun Tip. And Another Canon 800mm Price Drop!

Wanted to Buy

I have a serious buyer who would like to purchase your Canon 100-400mm L IS II lens. If you have one that you would like to sell, please contact me via e-mail.

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There were more clear skies and more southwest winds to deal with on Tuesday morning. I made my […]

Nickerson Beach Backlit Basics Part II: Second Verse, Same as the First!

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Nickerson Beach Backlit Basics Part I: How Can an Image with 124,000 Over Exposed Pixels be the Best Exposure?

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I kept only 102 of the 2712 images that I created on Saturday afternoon, a keeper rate of only 3.7%. That for the first edit. While there were a zillion skimmer midair battles, it was very difficult to keep the birds in the frame; the south wind was so strong that the birds […]

Pelican Art? And a New YouTube Photography Video

Still Trapped in Password Hell

I still do not have access to my samandmayasgrandpa e-mail address. I am trapped in a Catch-22 ATT/Yahoo password hell situation. It is a long story. I hope to have it fixed on Sunday evening or Monday. If you wish to join me at Nickerson Beach, at the East Pond […]

Sleep-deprived at Nickerson Beach for Good Reason

Trapped in Password Hell

I do not have access to my samandmayasgrandpa e-mail address. If you wish to join me at Nickerson Beach or at the East Pond at Jamaica Bay in the next few days, please text me at 863-221-2372. Have a good one. a

Your Call

This is a photo contest. Place today’s […]

Understanding an Ideal Black Skimmer Flight Situation

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Thanks for all the recent comments. Which of today’s five featured Black Skimmer action images is the strongest? All are invited to leave a comment and let us know why they made their choice. I have a favorite image that I like much better than the other four.

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Thursday morning […]

Junior Officer Friendly!

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Thanks for all the recent comments. Which of today’s three featured images of the silly-tame skimmer chick best tells the story? All are invited to leave a comment and let us know why they made their choice.

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Wednesday morning was spectacular. The forecast was for a north wind. Predawn, it […]

Three Artistic Creations (?) on a Lousy Morning? And an Incredibly Fun and Productive Afternoon Session

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Thanks for all the recent comments. Which of today’s three featured intentional blurs is your favorite? All are invited to leave a comment and let us know why they made their choice. With the two skimmer flock blurs, do you prefer the one the the ship, or the one with the clouds?

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Flying at the Beach with Nikon

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Which of today’s five featured Nikon flight shots do you like best? Why?

BIRDS AS ART Office Phone Out!

A tree fell on our phone lines while I was in Deland last week. 863-692-0906 is currently down. If you need to get in touch with BAA, please try my cell at 863-221-2372. […]

It's Not Easy Growing Up on Nickerson Beach ...

Your Call

Which of today’s four predation images do you think is the strongest, the one that best tells the story? Please leave a comment letting us know which one you like best and why. And remember, there are no wrong answers. Partaking in these exercises gives everyone a chance to think and learn. Including […]

Big Crops. Why No TC? Juvenile Shorebirds On the Way!

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Unlike yesterday, I have no horse in this race. (BTW, my horse lost.) Which of todays’ four juvenile shorebird images is your favorite? Please leave a comment letting us know which one you like best and why. And remember, there are no wrong answers. Partaking in these exercises gives everyone a chance to […]

You Must Always See the Bird's Eye! Or Not?

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Though you cannot see the bird’s eye in any of today’s featured images, all for me are excellent photos. To my artistic eye, however, one of the three stands head and shoulders above the others. I would call that one exquisite. Which one is your favorite? Please leave a comment letting us know […]

Nikon 500 PF/D850 Does Emperor Penguins in Antarctica!

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Which of today’s five featured Emperor Penguin images do you like best. Why? I have a clear favorite.

BIRDS AS ART Office Phone Out!

A tree fell on our phone lines while I was in Deland. 863-692-0906 is currently down. If you need to get in touch with Jim or with me, […]

Lots of Catching Up & One New Sipping Kite Image

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When I do these catching up blog posts to maximize learning, folks are often reluctant to comment on which of the images is best. Please, therefor, leave a comment letting us know which of the six images below you like best. And why you made your choice. Think of it as a photo […]

Just Ducky -- Thoughts On Working a Subject

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Which of today’s eight Ring-necked Duck images do you like best? Why did you make your choice? If you can’t get down to one, limit your choices to three and let us know why you selected the ones you did.

BIRDS AS ART Office Phone Out!

A tree fell on our phone […]

Getting Up Early in San Diego and Learning a Ton!

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Which of today’s three early morning San Diego images do you like best? Why did you make your choice?

BIRDS AS ART Office Phone Out!

A tree fell on our phone lines while I was away. 863-692-0906 is currently down. If you need to get in touch with Jim or with me, please […]

Easy Eagle Pickings with Handheld Zoom Lenses

BIRDS AS ART Office Phone Out!

A tree fell on our phone lines while I was away. 863-692-0906 is currently down. If you need to get in touch with Jim or with me, please try my cell at 863-221-2372. If I do not pick up, please shoot us a text.

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