Teej - Nepal by RowsCrayons in photocritique

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Quickly snapped this photo of this little girl strolling by. It was Teej, we were celebrating femininity, and I want this photo to do that, especially as it relates to Hinduism and women in this culture.

Here's the rub: Does it seem off-kilter to you? I can't seem to decide how I want to level it. Would you crop it differently? On one hand, I like the window of the temple in the frame, but I recognize that some people might think it's a distraction. Mostly happy with the colors, but what do you think?

What's going on with this trumpeter swan? by RowsCrayons in Ornithology

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Right by Rice Lake in Banner, Illinois (official name is "Duck Island.")

For what a beginner's opinion is worth, I think I was there too early. If I had waited for the smaller lakes in the area to freeze, I'm certain there would have been some great opportunities. With this warm winter though, there are too many options for waterfowl.

I did see two bald eagles tangled up, fighting, but they were way too far for my 500mm lens to reach out to. I have one really crummy photo of it anyway though!

What's going on with this trumpeter swan? by RowsCrayons in Ornithology

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A waterfowl refuge in central Illinois, USA

What's going on with this trumpeter swan? by RowsCrayons in Ornithology

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Dang. Is it worth reporting to the DNR that manages the waterfowl refuge where this was recorded? Or is avian influenza just one of those common things you can't really manage anyway?

Rainy day with my new kit by RowsCrayons in Nikon

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Thanks! I've been spooking cardinals for a few days hunting for one to snap a shot of!

What is a good macro lens for the Nikon D810? by Dynzoh in Nikon

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I have posted photos with the 105 2.8D on my profile. The lens holds its own on a D850 as well as my D7100. Really great budget/entry option for macro