30 Days Hath September 2009
Earlier this year, my brother Rey and I embarked on a Photo a day assignment for 30 days. My results were mixed - you can judge for yourself here: http://bit.ly/14GylB. But we did have fun in the process and learned a few things. We're giving it another go. The goal is simple - make the best image you can each day and post for the world to see. Visit daily and let me know your thoughts. Rey's daily photos can be viewed here: http://bit.ly/rNig9. Thanks, Ed
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Unexpected guest for breakfast
9/12/09
We were finishing our coffee on this Saturday morning when my wife and daughter both froze in their tracks, staring out the kitchen window. In a measured and cautious tone, my wife softly said "Get the camera." This was a first for us, seeing a hawk on the rail of our deck, only about 12 feet from where we stood. I snapped away and we all liked this one best: the hawk studying us as we studied him (her?).
The soft effect is due to shooting through a window, a screen and a misty rain. If anyone knows just what type of hawk this is, we'd love to know :-)
A companion photo is posted here: http://edspadoni.smugmug.com/Photography/September-and-October-2009/9608116_KiSRe#647238987_kkAAv
gpssue
on September 13, 2009what an excellent capture...sounds like it was a whole family find.
219352dedmanshootn
on September 13, 2009i like the screen effect. lucky you to have this beauty aqs a guest. thanks for sharing
irishmurr
on September 13, 2009No idea what kind of hawk this is, but it must've been quite a sight to see on your deck. Fabulous capture!
dakotacowboy
on September 12, 2009the shoot interference effects really worked well for this catch - he sure was watching you :)
Donna Lee Leombruno
on September 12, 2009What a cute little head for the size of the bird's body. I like the effect, purposeful or accidental, it works!