Freebird by darylo

Freebird

Today ends my self-imposed month of black and white or selective color, and I'll be honest, I'm a bit happy about it. I've committed myself (at least for now) to work on Macro March (so, please join along!).

I wanted something structural for my final shot of the month. I'm in love with my wide-angle lens now, especially when I decide to look up or down with it. I went in search this afternoon for a tall glass building, but when you are in the burbs, there is very little to work with. This is just below some medical complex buildings on a hill off Old Milton Rd. As I took some shots, some crows perched up at the top of this building and then one came into view just as I took the shot! I love how it forms a silhouette against the sky.

Onto another month! I'm 1.5 of the way into year two. So pleased to be here with all of you. :)
Lovely pov and capture!
February 28th, 2014  
Love this. Such drama. Great comp and processing. Love the pov. Fav!
February 28th, 2014  
I really like this! (That's after I got over the shock, seeing the thumbnail, of thinking that you were teetering on the edge of a building and looking into the beyond!)
February 28th, 2014  
I think this is a great building to photograph and the composition is perfect. Very cool textures and angles.
February 28th, 2014  
@kbird61 Thanks Kay!
February 28th, 2014  
@amandal Thanks for the fav!
February 28th, 2014  
@quietpurplehaze ha, you just gave me a good laugh! I've been known to do silly stuff like that, though. :)
February 28th, 2014  
Great pov... I just finished a self-imposed f for feb month and hated it.. I think ill do a bit og macro march but not the whole month...
February 28th, 2014  
Such awesome pov!! Fav!
February 28th, 2014  
@mrsbaldy That's a huge accomplishment! Congrats! I'm thinking since spring is coming here, I can take all kinds of macros of tree/flower buds emerging and learn what they are. That's the plan for now. I hope I don't abandon the goal. :)
February 28th, 2014  
@luvmynynix You are very kind Laurie. I really do love this one and ending the month with a strong (and sought-after, not accidental) shot was a nice thing for me. In fact, today has been an excellent day all around (which has not been the case for some time). :)
February 28th, 2014  
@darylo Oh I am so happy to hear that...so well-deserved! Let's hope it is the beginning of a trend!
February 28th, 2014  
Fabulous Shot! Amazing lines and the bird is the cherry to top! Fav for me!!
February 28th, 2014  
Great leading lines. The bird adds contrast between artificial and natural. Love your processing too.
February 28th, 2014  
Love the pov and the bird is perfect. Plus Freebird is one of my fav songs ;)
February 28th, 2014  
Wow, this is awesome! fav
February 28th, 2014  
amazing
February 28th, 2014  
Instant Fav for an amazing B&W shot.
February 28th, 2014  
Me too Daryl..I was wondering if I will commit to macro March...This is super perspective and love the light!
February 28th, 2014  
Lovely pov, looks great in b&w.
February 28th, 2014  
Great pov and fantastic B&W image! Fav!

Have I missed a challenge about macro March? I can't seem to find anything about it. I love macro and would love to have a go at this. Are there any rules or guidelines?
February 28th, 2014  
Gorgeous B&W image and great POV
March 1st, 2014  
simply fav!!:)
March 1st, 2014  
I can't tell you how impressive this shot is! The FAv's you have received should be an idication! Let me add mine too! FAV
March 1st, 2014  
@pamknowler here is the link: http://365project.org/discuss/themes-competitions/21294/any-interest-in-a-macro-march

I think it can be anything up close depending on your camera and lenses. Thanks for the kind comments. :)
March 1st, 2014  
@grammyn thanks katy. It's been a good day. :)
March 1st, 2014  
What a great shot! Works so well in b&w.
March 1st, 2014  
@nanderson we'll do it together! :)
March 1st, 2014  
Awesome B&W capture love it...fav
March 1st, 2014  
The thumbnail looked like guitar frets. Fantastic positioning and form. Fav for this fabulous modern image.
March 1st, 2014  
Instant fav - stunning structure, great lighting and then, a bird! Wow!
March 1st, 2014  
Lovely! Love the composition :)
March 1st, 2014  
Love this!! Your really rocking that lens!!! Love the comp in this and the crow just adds! fav!
March 1st, 2014  
HEW
This is a beautiful work of art!
March 1st, 2014  
Fav at first sight, Daryl. Super cool pov, concept and processing.
March 1st, 2014  
Cool
March 1st, 2014  
PP GO YOU!
March 1st, 2014  
fabulous lines & srong composition :))
March 1st, 2014  
Caz
Love this !Fav
March 1st, 2014  
amazing
March 1st, 2014  
Ding dong!! Love this Daryl, you are making me consider retirement!! Fav.
March 1st, 2014  
Wonderful! Looking forward to macro march!
March 1st, 2014  
Fav Daryl ! This looks great on the PP!
March 1st, 2014  
Great shapes and leading lines - deservedly on the PP. Fav
March 1st, 2014  
What a wonderful shot. Perfect!
March 1st, 2014  
This is absolutely amazing, Daryl...it has this strong feel to it with the angle and the materials of the building, but yet a free soaring spirit to it also...lofty. I love it! fav I am doing Macro March as well!
March 1st, 2014  
Great shot! Love how the crow is flying above the reflection of the sun and the architecture in general.
March 1st, 2014  
Fantastic composition and tones.
March 1st, 2014  
Instant fav. Makes me feel free. Great comp with pov, lines and birdie :)
March 1st, 2014  
Fabulous composition and shot ..... works so well with b&w :)
March 1st, 2014  
great shot!
love the perspective and composition
March 1st, 2014  
Yay! Congrats on PP!! :)
March 1st, 2014  
This is fantastic Daryl! Fav.
March 2nd, 2014  
Amazing shot and POV. So crisp and clear.
March 2nd, 2014  
Vee
I love this for obvious reasons!! Fav!
March 2nd, 2014  
Love + Fav! This is brilliant, Daryl!
March 2nd, 2014  
Fantastic!
March 2nd, 2014  
Interesting POV.
March 3rd, 2014  
gorgeous pov. congrats on the pp
March 3rd, 2014  
@bernadette Thanks Bernadette!
March 3rd, 2014  
Beautiful lines, looks fantastic in black and white.
March 3rd, 2014  
Love the pov.
March 3rd, 2014  
I love this!!! It's a stunning shot!!! :) FAV!
March 18th, 2014  
fabulous - you should be puffed up and proud with your result too :o) fav
March 20th, 2014  
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