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Entry 2 by PTM3923 for Photog's Choice Assignment

Reader Stories: Photography Assignment #66 - Photographer's Choice

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Entry 2 by PTM3923 for Photog's Choice Assignment

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Is a model release on file if needed? (Yes/No/NA) 

NA

What day was the photo taken? 

March 7, 2010

Photo Description 

I was walking along the Potomac River near Alexandria Virginia and saw 3 Bald Eagles. It was fascinating watching these Eagles soar out over the water looking for food and then back into a tree. One of them returned with some food and spent about 15 minutes eating it in the tree. This is a photo of one of the Eagles as it left the tree and headed back toward the water.

Tips and Tricks 

  • It's tricky trying to capture birds like this. I was using a Rebel XS with an F4 200mm zoom. I took a lot of shots just to get a few that were in focus. It is fun to play around with this type of photography, but if you ever want to do it seriously, I recommend a longer and faster lens.

Liz Masoner, Photography Guide, says:

Ineligible for judging due to editing outside the scope of the rules

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