Monday Musings – Backlit Hummingbird

Ruby Throated Hummingbird Hovering

I was photographing this Ruby Throated Hummingbird at a feeder. At the time I was under a tree, using it as camouflage. After spending several minutes at the feeder, the bird landed on a branch right next to me.

Ruby Throated Hummingbird Sticking out Tongue

I knew at the time the image would not be exposed properly because of the back lighting but I took the shot anyway thinking I might create some nice silhouettes.

Ruby Throated Hummingbird Scratching

Well they are not dark enough to be real silhouettes but there is something about the images that I like.
Im curious, what do you think?

5 thoughts on “Monday Musings – Backlit Hummingbird

  1. Blair Cessna

    I think they are excellent. From my experience, I know just how difficult it is to get a good Hummingbird photo. You Sir, did good. Thanks for sharing..

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