Early One Morning at the Marsh

David Friederich

Early One Morning at the Marsh

Featured in All Countries~Wetlands, Ponds, Lakes, and Rivers

I woke very early, and headed with my all my gear to a marsh not far from my place that has provided me with many photographic subjects. I was not to be disappointed with my lack of sleep, and the chill in the early morning air. Red-winged blackbird songs created a symphony of sounds, as the birds began their feeding, hopping from one lily pad to the next, finding grubs on the tops and often on the bottoms as they lifted the large leaves. Most of the action required that I shoot into the sun. I was not expecting great shots, but one or two captured the scene the way I witnessed it. In this shot a female is standing “ankle deep” in a pool of rain water on the surface of a large floating water lily, just as the sun is breaking the horizon and sending first beams of light onto this magical world.

The Cornell University Ornithology site provides much information about the red-winged blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus), including its calls, on the excellent website.

Nikon D300, Nikkor f4 600 mm lens and 1.4 teleconverter on a Gitzo 1325 tripod. Image captured about 20 kilometres west of Campbell River, on Vancouver Island, Canada.

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Early One Morning at the Marsh by David Friederich
Early One Morning at the Marsh by David Friederich
  • tuffcookie

    tuffcookie

    wow absolutely gorgeous David! I like the water on water effect :)

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, the water of water is cool. I hadn’t thought of it that way until your comment. Thank you, Kelly.

  • Donna Adamski

    Donna Adamski

    Great shot David….caught it on the lily pad….awesome :)

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, this was very cool. I had seen this before but from such a distance I could not get a good shot. Thank you, Donna.

  • Marcia Luly

    Marcia Luly

    The little bird standing on the lily pad really adds to the originality of this shot!

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, the bird certainly makes the shot, Marcia.

  • Marvin Collins

    Marvin Collins

    Beautiful capture David!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Marvin.

  • yolanda

    yolanda

    Great capture and timing. Well done :-)

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Yolanda.

  • Jonicool

    Jonicool

    wow, this is so beautiful David!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Joni. Do you think this one would look good in your wonderful backgrounds?

  • Beve Brown-Clark

    Beve Brown-Clark

    Amazing capture….posed right there on the lily pad waiting for your click…balance is everything! What a winner this one is!

  • David Friederich replied

    I took many images of this bird as it foraged on the lily pads, but this one is so much better than the others, and as you say, because of the balance.

  • Dayonda

    Dayonda

    This is an awesome photo, and your model is cuter than a bug’s ear!

  • David Friederich replied

    Good to hear from you again, Dayonda. Love your comment.

  • Trudi's Images

    Trudi's Images

    So light to be able to float on a lily pad ! this is so sweet David wonderful light and capture

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, wouldn’t that be nice, to be able to walk on the water using lily pads for steps. Thank you very much, Trudi.

  • jesika

    jesika

    A lovely capture, David, not many have been fortunate to witness such a sight AND get a photo! LOL
    j

  • David Friederich replied

    Jesika, I know how fortunate I am to witness and photograph this. Thank you very much, Jesika.

  • suefel48

    suefel48

    Absolutely superb capture, David!!!....:-))

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you so much, Sue.

  • solareclips~Julie  Alexander
  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Julie.

  • arvyart

    arvyart

    Fantastic capture, David! Beautiful and unique! Soft far bckg makes this capture more beautiful: it makes a good contrast for the bird and makes to focus on the main object. Masterly done! :)

  • David Friederich replied

    I love your detailed comments, Arvy, because it helps me to improve my skills just by knowing what parts of my photos are effective. Thank you very much.

  • arvyart

    arvyart

    Yes, I forgot to compliment your beautiful description. :)

  • David Friederich replied

    I love this image so much, and the place where I captured it, that I was inspired to write. Thanks again, Arvy.

  • Sharon Brady

    Sharon Brady

    Lovely Shot!! :D

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Sharon.

  • Svetlana Sewell

    Svetlana Sewell

    Excellent work!!! :)))

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Svetlana.

  • Antanas

    Antanas

    perfect capture

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Antanas. I am glad you like it.

  • mltrue

    mltrue

    Beautifully captured, and eloquently described! I love hearing the birds sing!

  • David Friederich replied

    I love that too, Michelle. Thank you for commenting. I am glad you liked the description, too.

  • Paul Morley

    Paul Morley

    Very well caught. Cool shot.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thanks Paul.

  • AuntieBarbie

    AuntieBarbie

    Wonderful capture of the surfing bird!!!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Well put AuntieBarbie! Thank you for commenting.

  • Nira Dabush

    Nira Dabush

    Not too early morning now and here, David..
    but MORNING..
    And i enjoy viewing your photo..
    WONDERFUL!

  • David Friederich replied

    What a joy your comments are Nira! Thank you very much.

  • Glenda  Remaklus

    Glenda Remaklus

    How beautiful David….... this was well worth getting up early for. Fantastic!!!!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Yes, Glenda, it is. Thank you for commenting.

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    a wondrful shot ! hes a cute one

  • David Friederich replied

    I love this shot because it really captures the scene that late spring morning. Thank you again for all the wonderful comments.

  • Teresa Dominici

    Teresa Dominici

    Your work is so soft and very lovely, excellent job.

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Teresa, for this lovely comment.

  • Sharon Mau

    Sharon Mau

    Your marvelous literary prose is as beautiful as your image David! Your wonderful words breathe life into this beautiful shot. I love the perspective. I love the fact that it is not overprocessed revealing the soft natural early morning light and colours… I can almost hear the birdsong. And the stillness and wonder is reflected in this fantastic perspective. I wish you great success and many many sales!
    Congratulations on your feature in All Countries ~ Wetlands, Ponds, Lakes and Rivers

  • David Friederich replied

    Sharon, your comment and feedback are very special to me. I was inspired by this experience, which made the writing easy and flowing. I always feel fortunate for my experiences in nature, and I was overjoyed to have been able to make this image. Thank you so very much.

  • AnnDixon

    AnnDixon

    Beautiful capture, wonderful description,

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you very much, Ann.

  • Karen  Moore

    Karen Moore

    This is beautiful as well as the story line to go with it. You have a talent to write, and your images are fantastic. Maybe you should have them together in a book form, bet they would sell.

  • David Friederich replied

    What great encouragement, Karen. I would love to be able to sell a book. There are so many fine photographers on RB, and on other sites, I don’t think my work is special at all. I am glad you do, though. Thank you for this endearing comment.

  • lorilee

    lorilee

    A wonderful capture!!!!!

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Lorilee. I love this image, too.

  • Joanne  Bradley

    Joanne Bradley

    This is excellent! So lovely to see this bird in its natural surroundings! I so admire your patience and perserverance! I am hoping to try this at a local heron sanctuary this summer…Any recommendations?

  • David Friederich replied

    Thank you, Joanne. I am glad you commented. My recommendation is to arrive very early. Most of the activity will take place at day break, so it is good to be there a bit before to set up. Love receiving your comments, Joanne.

  • Larry Trupp

    Larry Trupp

    Wonderful detailed capture David, she is gorgeous indeed…I had to read on then, realized it was a female Red Winged balckbird…Commendable work my friend...inst fave also

  • David Friederich replied

    I love this little marsh, Larry, and this shot. I have been blessed with some great photo ops at this secret spot. Thank you for a great comment, and for the fave.

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