Jim Overfield
October 2025 - Easter Kingbird
About the Image(s)
100-400mm at 349mm, 1/1600 sec, f/5.6, ISO 12800, spot metering.
10 comments posted
Wow, what a huge mouthful! Absolutely spot-on shot of this lovely bird. Nice soft background, and sharp eye. You should be proud of this one! Posted: 10/09/2025 15:15:00
Mike, thank you for your comments. Posted: 10/12/2025 20:11:48
Fantastic shot of the kingbird. My only complaint is that these birds are generally dark grey, almost black, and this one appears blue. Otherwise, the position, background etc. are perfect. Love that you can even see the bee. Posted: 10/09/2025 21:56:09
Thank you Leslie. In this instance, I'm not sure why the blue is not darker. This was taken in the early morning with back lite overcast lighting, which may have had some effect on the color. Also, the color may have changed somewhat during post processing, but not to the extent of a complete changing in color. I no longer have the raw file, but I did attach another photo (untouched) of the same bird taken when it flew away, showing that the crown is dark, but there is still some blue. It is a mystery. Posted: 10/12/2025 20:09:44
Jim,
The color range is fantastic. The Kingbird's color reminds me of Jays. I like the addition of the flora, as well. The bokeh is well done and the capture of the yellow jacket completes the strong story. Posted: 10/10/2025 22:40:19
The color range is fantastic. The Kingbird's color reminds me of Jays. I like the addition of the flora, as well. The bokeh is well done and the capture of the yellow jacket completes the strong story. Posted: 10/10/2025 22:40:19
Thank you Ted. Posted: 10/12/2025 20:14:01
Jim, this is one of those few images that I wouldn't change a thing. Background is non distracting and the branch leads your eye directly to the bird. The bee brings it up another notch. Super catch Jim! Posted: 10/11/2025 12:57:04
Tom, thank you for your kind words. Posted: 10/12/2025 20:15:25
Agree with all of the above. Great capture and well processed. The bee adds to the story. Well done! Posted: 10/19/2025 23:07:36
Thank you Marilyn. Posted: 10/20/2025 16:14:32