my first shots with new lens

[bill jolley]

this wildlife is not as easy as it looks

[seaslug]

Definately not easy Bill, but you've found some nice complient subjects there to practice on.

That damn foreground grass that keeps jumping in the way of your lens is a pain. I sometimes have to do a bit of gardening to get a clear view!

[bill jolley]

Thanks. I tried to get a clearer view ,but the rotten things saw me and flew off,the shot titled formation was the result so something good came from it

[P Plates]

I'd say the formation shot was a real bonus. I think birding would be one of the most difficult and frustrating genres. The subjects rarely, if ever co-operate, constantly move, hide amongst reeds/branches etc and require the photographer to have lots of patience, and practice, practice, practice. You'd have to be happy with the lens though, these are sharp. I would experiment with Mick's idea of opening the aperature more though. Have fun!

[seaslug]

I'd say the formation shot was a real bonus. I think birding would be one of the most difficult and frustrating genres. The subjects rarely, if ever co-operate, constantly move, hide amongst reeds/branches etc and require the photographer to have lots of patience, and practice, practice, practice. You'd have to be happy with the lens though, these are sharp. I would experiment with Mick's idea of opening the aperature more though. Have fun!

Think underwater is harder, but it's hard to find Togs silly enough to try it!