Loading
Carol Fox Henrichs | Photo Art & Nature Photography
  • About
    • About Carol Fox Henrichs
    • Fine Art Print Info
    • Terms
  • BlogExciting news
  • Showcase GalleriesView my work
    • Recent Showcase Additions
    • Architectural Gallery
    • Birds & Butterflies Gallery
    • Fine Art Gallery
    • Flowers Gallery
    • Landscapes Gallery
    • Ocean and Shoreline Gallery
    • Rural, Ranch & Western Gallery
    • Wildlife Gallery
  • Classes & Workshops
  • My FAA Shop
  • Connect
    • Connect With Me
    • Leaving Only Footprints Newsletter
  • Search
  • Menu Menu
  • Facebook
  • Instagram

Tag Archive for: birds

Eye Level With An Egret

Composition & Creativity

It makes no difference if your subject is a critter or a person, eye contact in the photo helps create a more engaging photo. Getting eye level with the subjects creates a connection between them and the viewer. Sounds easy right? As easy as it sounds to just shoot when the animal is looking at you, it practice it is rarely possible to just walk up and shoot an instant masterpiece photo. Getting eye level with and capturing the right type of eye contact for the composition requires thought, a careful approach, and attention not just to the subject, but everything going on around you. Even with birds in flight.

Eye Level With An Egret

Getting eye level with a bird in flight is not often easy while standing on the ground. However, with a telephoto lens, birds in the distance can appear to be eye level in the photo. I created this image using a photo of a Great Egret taken with a focal length of 520 then I blended texture layers with it to achieve the final look.

August 7, 2021/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/nggallery_import/Great-Egret_7270031_hi_rez.jpg 587 1200 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2021-08-07 12:24:582021-08-07 13:05:56Eye Level With An Egret

Behind the Shot: Willet on Watch

Adventures & Stories

This lone Willet stood on one leg, patiently, while I composed my shot. At one point it appeared as if he was quite bored with me. Why do shore birds stand, looking out to sea as if on watch?

Freeport, Texas has become a favorite spot for my bird photography. The location along the Gulf coast and proximity to Galveston Island makes it ideal for quick trips to the beach and the Island. When skies are overcast or not impressive, I have a favorite technique I like to use to make what I think resembles a colored pencil drawing.

Willet Standing Watch

It involves blowing out the highlights, boosting contrast, clarity and cleaning up a few areas. I used a similar technique on a photo of a Canada Goose with her goslings.

No Time for Rhymes Today
December 27, 2020/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/nggallery_import/CFH1291-Edit_hi_rez.jpg 1162 1800 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2020-12-27 19:08:152021-08-07 13:14:07Behind the Shot: Willet on Watch

The Inca Dove’s Call of “No Hope”

Adventures & Stories
No Hope

I captured this shot while camping in South Llano River State Park outside of Junction, TX. I saw one bird on two occasions and I’m not sure if it was the same one or not. Unlike the White Wing doves that flocked to the bird blind, this little bird seemed shy and content with its solitude. Could we take a lesson from this small bird? Have we learned to be content in our solitude by now or is more isolation required? Or is the Inca’s call of “no hope” our reality?

The Inca Dove or Mexican dove (Columbina inca) is a New World bird first described by the French naturalist René Lesson in 1847. Its soft, whistled coo sounds like “no hope” and is a familiar in many southwestern US cities. These little doves are often seen walking about on lawns with dainty steps, or fluttering up with a rattle of wings. The Inca is covered in tan scaly-looking feathers that blends right in with its suburban desert habitat. They are often seen feeding on the ground in open areas such as barnyards, city parks, gardens, playgrounds and lawns, and even on elevated platform bird feeders.

June 30, 2020/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/nggallery_import/Inca-Dove-CFH20-1055273-Edit-gigapixel-scale-2_00x-Edit_hi_rez.jpg 1200 960 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2020-06-30 08:13:422020-08-11 07:37:26The Inca Dove’s Call of “No Hope”

Reddish Egret at Sunrise

Adventures & Stories

Are you a photographer/bird watcher too?

 

High Stepping

A Reddish Egret foraging for food at sunrise in Freeport, Texas. I watched it running, jumping, and spinning trying to catch its prey. This is one of my favorite birds that I didn’t know existed until just a few years ago.

I’ve never really been interested in knowing much about birds until I began photographing them. Then, I felt it was important that I be able to identify the subject of my photos. Well, I’ve discovered I really like bird watching! No, I’m not a birder but I aspire to be one!

Camera Settings

  • Exposure: 1/640 sec at f/5.0
  • Focal length: 195 mm
  • Focal length 35 mm: 391 mm
  • Exposure compensation: -3/10 EV
  • ISO Speed: 320
  • Exposure program: Aperture priority
  • Metering Mode: Center-weighted average
  • Camera: Olympus E-M1 Mark II
  • Lens: Leica DG 100-400 f4.0-6.5
June 28, 2020/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/Reddish-Egret-CFH20-0337-Edit_hi_rez.jpg 1200 1731 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2020-06-28 11:23:242020-08-11 07:38:03Reddish Egret at Sunrise

Getting the Best Angle on a Reddish Egret

How-to & Reviews

Reddish Egret at Sunrise

Sometimes getting into position for a better angle of view requires getting down and dirty. I was really loving the light on the row of posts and the bird. To maximize their impact I needed to move to my left without scaring the egret. So, already sitting in the wet sand, I scooted a few inches at a time, on my backside until I felt I had a better composition. I also had a Grackle and a Great Egret try to get in the shot but since they seemed to detract from the picture, I waited until they left.

June 7, 2020/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/Reddish-Egret-CFH206041876_hi_rez-e1601396626266.jpg 534 900 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2020-06-07 14:40:512020-09-29 11:25:35Getting the Best Angle on a Reddish Egret

How About a Little Privacy!

Adventures & Stories
How About a Little Privacy

This Northern Cardinal really enjoyed his bath–even while being watched.

May 31, 2020/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/Northern-Cardinal-CFH176330-Edit_hi_rez.jpg 1200 800 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2020-05-31 10:12:342020-08-11 07:39:54How About a Little Privacy!

Beauty in Everyday Scenes

Composition & Creativity

I made this photo while in Galveston, Texas attending my very first Featherfest. Pictured is a Great Egret in flight. I spotted the bird in a pond while driving along Stewart Road and I pulled off to see what kind of photo opportunities might present themselves. This is the shot that I feel is the best from that stop. In many ways, it was a lucky shot, as I was practicing panning to capture birds in flight. I like the movement conveyed and the way the sunlight is backlighting the bird.

A flying egret is not an uncommon sight along the coast, especially in the spring. Being a common sight is precisely why they are often overlooked and dismissed. We sometimes become so used to having a thing around that we stop truly seeing it and maybe even stop looking. This work reminds me to stop and look for the beauty in everyday scenes around me.

Canvas wrap’s are so popular! Picture this on your wall with the 3D feature! Each image may be purchased as a canvas print, framed print, metal print, and more! Every purchase comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee.

September 17, 2019/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/2019-09-17_12-27-25.png 0 0 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2019-09-17 12:33:072021-05-19 19:56:30Beauty in Everyday Scenes

Step Lightly

Adventures & Stories

Step Lightly depicts a Northern bobwhite as he walks gingerly across the red dirt toward a watering hole. Sitting in a ground-level blind, I was able to get eye-level with the bird to get my photo. Then I employed several techniques to create this work of digital fine art.

Photography Prints
September 5, 2019/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/2019-09-05_08-39-13.png 0 0 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2019-09-05 08:35:122020-08-16 11:15:52Step Lightly

House Finch Pair

Travel & seasonal

I made this photo from a photo blind during our visit to San Angelo State Park in Texas. While these birds are common and almost everywhere, it was rare for me to be able to get both a male and female in the same shot.

July 13, 2018/by Carol Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/nggallery_import/House-Finch-CFH180815.jpg 1200 1800 Carol Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Henrichs2018-07-13 14:58:352020-12-30 12:15:49House Finch Pair

Last Visit to Lagow Ranch

Adventures & Stories

Back from Galveston Featherfest and still going through the many photos I made while participating in some great field trips–one of which, was to the Lagow Ranch near Anahuac, Texas. The Lagow Ranch is a working ranch with fields, pasture, brackish marsh, and a fresh water reservoir. Located between the main and East units of Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge, the ranch has been maintained for many years to provide excellent habitat for wildlife. The reservoir has large patches of open water and Sea Cane which attracts water loving birds as well as songbirds migrating through the area.

 

We saw several good birds, alligators, turtles and nutria. Thanks to David for the perfect outdoor potty with a view!

Chip, our guide and was very knowledgeable–since it is his ranch. He mentioned they are getting out of the eco-tourism business due to the amount of time and effort required. This ranch has been on my bucket list so I am glad I got to tour it before the business shuts down. Wishing you and your family all the best, Chip!

 

April 25, 2018/by Carol Fox Henrichs
https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/nggallery_import/Killdeer-CFH184997_hi_rez.jpg 1181 1771 Carol Fox Henrichs https://cfh.art/wp-content/uploads/foxlogo-banner_med_rez_wm-300x86.jpg Carol Fox Henrichs2018-04-25 12:43:152020-12-30 12:02:14Last Visit to Lagow Ranch
Page 1 of 212

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

LEAVING ONLY FOOTPRINTS NEWSLETTER

Join other photography enthusiasts and get tips, free eBooks, and updates on Carol’s latest adventures right to your inbox.

Monthly or less. We don’t spam! Read our privacy policy for more info.

Check your inbox or spam folder to confirm your subscription.

Featured Gallery Items

Gerber_Daisy-8 The Promise of Beauty to Come Killdeer Willet-CFH-180143-Edit_hi_rez Misty Mountaintop in Ketchikan 2 Bluebonnets-CFH13-3344-hrw

© 2021 - Carol Fox Henrichs Photography | Privacy Policy
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
Scroll to top

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.

Accept settingsHide notification onlySettings

Cookie and Privacy Settings



How we use cookies

We may request cookies to be set on your device. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website.

Click on the different category headings to find out more. You can also change some of your preferences. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer.

Essential Website Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.

Because these cookies are strictly necessary to deliver the website, refusing them will have impact how our site functions. You always can block or delete cookies by changing your browser settings and force blocking all cookies on this website. But this will always prompt you to accept/refuse cookies when revisiting our site.

We fully respect if you want to refuse cookies but to avoid asking you again and again kindly allow us to store a cookie for that. You are free to opt out any time or opt in for other cookies to get a better experience. If you refuse cookies we will remove all set cookies in our domain.

We provide you with a list of stored cookies on your computer in our domain so you can check what we stored. Due to security reasons we are not able to show or modify cookies from other domains. You can check these in your browser security settings.

Other external services

We also use different external services like Google Webfonts, Google Maps, and external Video providers. Since these providers may collect personal data like your IP address we allow you to block them here. Please be aware that this might heavily reduce the functionality and appearance of our site. Changes will take effect once you reload the page.

Google Webfont Settings:

Google Map Settings:

Google reCaptcha Settings:

Vimeo and Youtube video embeds:

Privacy Policy

You can read about our cookies and privacy settings in detail on our Privacy Policy Page.

Privacy Policy
Accept settingsHide notification only