There are times when out looking for birds to photograph they can be elusive. Far away and part of the landscape, the ability to capture a beautiful bird image just isn’t possible.
It is a time to switch the thinking process and consider the scene as a landscape image with the birds as an element in the scene.
The birds were uncooperative this past Saturday morning when I was out with the Anne Arundel Bird Club for a bird photography workshop. So it was time to change perspectives.
I saw two opportunities that would lend themselves well to a birdy landscape and I encouraged the participants to see the scene in a different way.
Bringing the images home, I did some minor exposure and contrast adjustments in Lightroom before bringing them into Topaz Impressions for a subtle painterly effect.
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 
Your captures may not have been what you originally intended Emily but they are beautiful!
You are too kind to me Joanne. Thank you!
Wonderful effects!
I’m thrilled you like these. Thank you!
For a moment, I thought the geese were in snow!
I went back and looked at that pic and you’re right, it could actually be snow. Thank you. 🙂
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That is a really interesting forum you’re using Nitin. Hadn’t looked at Behance before. How is the traffic flow there? I like your page and your blog posts are well done. Thank you for reaching out and sharing.
Beautiful! Topaz is on my list of programs to explore. Still unpacking the wonders of Lightroom!
And that is a lifetime of discovery my dear Terri. I’m still learning too. But editing as much as I do really makes a difference. My editing and how I view the images are so much better than they used to me. Good luck.
Beautiful Results!
Thank you so much.
You’re welcome!
A beautiful perspective. Thanks for sharing the pics & your thoughts.
It is truly my pleasure Laurie, and thank you for your appreciation. 🙂
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