Checking Into the Owls

Just a couple of shots taken with my friend Frank yesterday.  Thanks to Frank for pointing me to the Better Beamer flash extender, which I used for the first time today.  Results were outstanding for my first try!  The Better Beamer is one of those photographic tools that you only find out about by hanging around with pros like Frank.  I am using a new Nikon SB-600 flash, and in a situation like shooting these owls, the flash and extender are only used for fill-flash.  The problem is caused by shooting into a bright sky, like you do when shooting birds from below, so you need a little flash to fill in the shadows caused by the high-contrast lighting.  I was really pleased with the results today, and I'm still tweaking the settings for the flash & extender combination.

These pictures are dedicated to my little niece, Seren!  Love you, honey!

Sleepy and Grumpy

Yes, all three are still in the nest!