On Wednesday I was in my backyard trying to get a closer look at the river otter that has returned to our little pond when I spotted a large bird perched at the top of an overhanging tree. AN OSPREY! I was stunned! We’re about 4 or 5 miles in from the coast, so I never expected one to venture so far inland. But alas! There it was!
Birds of Prey are wonderful because they sit still for extended periods of time. I booked it back up to the house and pulled out my telescope with my camera mount to snag a pic.
In general, telescope pictures are hard to take. The focal length for most star related activities is infinity – so easy! But for close stuff the adjustment is coarse and the light balance is terrible. I spent a bit of time trying to get this one right, but it’s still whitewashed.
Still, I’m stoked about the bird. Such a treat!
You should check out my cousin’s photography… lots of cool wildlife…
https://500px.com/TonyNorthrup
They also wrote a few books on how to do it and lots of instructional youtube videos on how to take better photos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hbli8lh9Pcw
Fantastic! Thank you!