Lots of Ruby-crowned Kinglets in our woods this morning. They can be identified by their small size, the nervous flicking their wings while they forage, and, in the spring, a loud, high, musical warble of clear notes--but probably not by the males' ruby crowns (which, as you can see, are usually hidden).
This winter I liked the white background in the bird portraits I took in front of snow drifts. This is my first photo using a white foam mat for background. Perhaps I've lost something by not having a natural background, but I am still impressed with the photo. I will keep trying this spring. I am disappointed not to have captured a reflection in the kinglet's eye, despite my having used the camera's flash.
A snow drift back drop is handy and appealing. I can't tell the difference in using the foam when seen on your blog. After staring at so many field guides, white seems to be a good color for a back ground.
ReplyDeleteDan - As a general rule I've found that a white background is not good for photographing. Think about how hard it is to look into a bright white sky at a bird through binocs. Usually all you get is a dark blob. Try a gray background and see if that is better.
ReplyDeleteNice photo. Really.
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