Landing Gear Down
by Mike Lee
Title
Landing Gear Down
Artist
Mike Lee
Medium
Photograph - Digital Photography
Description
I spotted this sandhill crane while taking a spring walk along the shore of Crystal Lake in Shasta County, California, USA. When I first saw him he was on the opposite shore from me but shortly after he flew across to be with his mate I hadn’t even noticed yet. I captured this frame right before he touched down in the grass. Just a few days earlier I photographed a great egret and marveled about the grace with with it flew. The sandhill is certainly a bit light in the grace department, at least upon landing, but they get the job done.
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April 29th, 2022
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Comments (65)
Jim Thompson
Great shot Mike! I can't believe that you caught the angle between the neck, the back and the legs. Amazing! l/f
Nirav Shah
What an incredible action shot! I really love how the light perfectly highlights the bird! l/f
CAROLE SPANDAU
Your artwork has been featured on the homepage of FAA Gallery Home For All Artists Who Create. Please post your amazing artwork in our` Archive your July Features` discussion.
Eric BRENAC
Typical attitude at landing time in this beautiful capture, Mike! Love the smooth might.
Samuel HUYNH
Exciting news – Your fantastic artwork has been featured in "GREATEST OF ALL TIME" group! 🌈🎨 Feel free to spread the joy by adding it to our "2024 Featured Masterpieces Archive" in the Discussion section.
Jennifer Jenson
Congratulations on being selected as Artist of the Week in 1000 Views, Mike! Great work!
Christopher James
You have been selected as Artist of the Week in the 1000 Views On 1 Image Group. Thank you for all the support you have rendered to this group.....It is greatly appreciated
Gary F Richards
Spectacular Landing Gear Down composition, lighting, shading, excellent colors and artwork! Congratulations on your well deserved Feature of the Week! F/L
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