Friday, September 7, 2012

Avila Seagull

I tried taking some seagull photos on Avila Beach and the pier, and this was my favorite as the bird posed beautifully for me and let me get quite close.
I'm linking this to Camera Critters, a meme I need to join more often, and to the I'd Rather B Birdin' blog too. It's the last of my beach photos from this year.
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21 comments:

  1. VaishVijaySeptember 7, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    Pure and innocent looking, lovely capture!

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  2. Sylvia KSeptember 7, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    What a gorgeous capture, Al!! He did indeed let you get SO close!! He's probably hoping for the lead in the next Jonathan Livingston Seagull movie!! Give Socks a pat for Sam and I and have a lovely weekend!

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  3. A Colorful WorldSeptember 7, 2012 at 12:54 PM

    Oh, he's just perfect! Gorgeous photo!

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  4. Karin M.September 7, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    Such beautiful shot,
    super light and super quality ...
    Best regards, Karin

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  5. ViolaSeptember 7, 2012 at 5:07 PM

    This photo is just gorgeous! fantastic! and The seagull is very very beautiful!

    Lovely weekend to you! :)

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  6. CheriSeptember 7, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    This is a great shot!

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  7. Chubskulit RoseSeptember 7, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    Oh I love this macro shot!

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  8. Anni September 8, 2012 at 12:27 PM

    Beautiful....love the lighting in this wonderful image. Well composed. If you'd like, please consider my invitation to stop by and link up at this weekend's Bird D'Pot meme.

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  9. DeniseinVASeptember 8, 2012 at 1:01 PM

    Wow, that's a gorgeous portrait of the seagull.

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  10. DanielleSeptember 8, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    I love to get close up shots of the eyes of birds...they are usually very, very colorful....this is perfect.

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  11. Powell River BooksSeptember 8, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Avila Beach is a beautiful spot. The only time I've had a seagull pose, was when he wanted part of my lunch. Great shot, and you didn't have to share. - Margy

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  12. PatSeptember 8, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    What a wonderful portrait!

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  13. LighthousegalSeptember 8, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    That is an absolutely Amazing shot. You captured it so well showing the details of its eye. This bird looks so pristine and cuddly soft. well Done!!
    Happy Sunday!

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  14. Gemma WisemanSeptember 8, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    So much detail in this stunning profile! He looks so locked in his own dreaming world!

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  15. Vores haveSeptember 9, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    WAU - where a great picture :)

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  16. RoanSeptember 9, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    Wonderful close up!
    Rubbish by Roan

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  17. theconstantwalkerSeptember 9, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    It's a wonderful image...

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  18. Sallie (FullTime-Life)September 9, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    Nice portrait -- I like that you caught his ringed eye so beautifully! He looks more angelic than I think gulls usually really are!

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  19. sonia a. mascaroSeptember 10, 2012 at 8:40 AM

    Just amazing picture, Al!

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  20. WildBlackSeptember 13, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    Great clarity :)

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  21. FirasOctober 19, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Amazing details and what a beauty you shot!

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