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Sindri ­ Skulason
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Jun 24, 2009 09:28 |  #1

Hi all

Here are some shots of the Arctic Skua. In many ways it reminds me of raptors. Very proud and majestic birds. Please feel free to comment (C&C).

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Jun 24, 2009 09:39 |  #2

Excellent shots Sindri. Second and sixth are my favs. The last is great as well but maybe framed a little too close, needs some more space top and bottom.
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Jun 24, 2009 09:42 |  #3

What a beautiful bird......wonderful shots Sindri.


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Jun 24, 2009 09:47 |  #4

What an amazing bird. Really beautiful.


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Jun 24, 2009 10:03 |  #5

Great shots, my fav is the open mouth one.


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Jun 24, 2009 10:13 |  #6

Spectacular images, as always. Love the shots with the wings set as if in pride -- #1 & 3.


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Jun 24, 2009 10:19 |  #7

Excellent series Sindri, love your work.


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Jun 24, 2009 11:50 |  #8

Very impressive series as usual Sindri. Black birds are an exposure challenge and you made it work.
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Jun 24, 2009 13:53 |  #9

Exceptionally good series Sindri, #1 is a majestic pose.


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Jun 24, 2009 15:35 |  #10

This is precisely what I've come to expect from you, Sindri.... a superb series of images. No clear favorites here. They are all outstanding. Another great job.

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Anthony ­ J ­ Howe
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Jun 24, 2009 16:07 |  #11

Your shots are always of top quality Sindri.
This is a good series of shots from ground to sky, well done.


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Jun 24, 2009 17:17 |  #12

Stunnning set of shots #2, #5 and #6 particularly.


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Jun 24, 2009 17:19 |  #13

Fantastic shots as always Sindri.


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Jun 24, 2009 17:20 |  #14

Excellent shots on a beautiful bird... Very well done Sindri..


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Jun 24, 2009 17:26 |  #15

awesome set Sindri #4 and # 6 are especially awesome


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