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Breakfast at the Bend - 05-17-2011, 07:34 PM

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I'm spending a few mornings at BBSP this week - these are from this morning. Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings!

C&C always welcome and appreciated.
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And finally, it wasn't a good day to be a frog at BBSP - this is just one of 5 or more grackles that I saw hauling frogs around...
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05-17-2011, 09:23 PM


Great stuff Patrick. I especially like the trap door lighting effect on the GBH. Well done.

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05-17-2011, 10:13 PM


I agree - really terrific shooting, Patrick. Number one is a killer.
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05-18-2011, 05:25 AM


Boy Patrick, cool captures. I have to vote for the second one. Maybe it this cheap work monitor but the 2nd does look like it could a smidge more contrast.

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05-18-2011, 06:55 AM


A toast of my coffee mug for this breakfast shooting...great job Patrick...great colors and details on #1 and excellent lighting on #4 & #5...

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05-18-2011, 07:35 AM


Another super series Patrick...Always enjoy seeing what you get from out there!

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05-18-2011, 08:16 AM


awesome series, Patrick. sometimes i wished i lived out that way
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05-18-2011, 04:50 PM


Great set Patrick. Really like all your action shots. Very well done.

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Thanks a lot guys - I do appreciate all the comments!

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05-18-2011, 09:12 PM


I really like the spot light on the Great Blue Heron! Nice job on these.

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05-18-2011, 09:31 PM


Everyone was busy at work even that green heron in #8! Really enjoy seeing what you get! TY!

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05-18-2011, 10:51 PM


Patrick, those are great! It's hard to pick a favorite with so many great shots.

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05-19-2011, 11:28 AM


Great shots as usual, Patrick! Thanks for sharing!
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Enough Patrick! I can't take any more.
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