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8.25.2011

Hands down my favourite shot of the week!


OK, this is hands down my favourite shot of the week. I have been trying forevah to capture a hummingbird that was not at the feeder. So yesterday when I saw two of them cavorting around this flower I thought, I will never get that shot if I don't try. So I gathered up my stuff and went and sat down on the comfy settee on our patio. I was playing around getting lots of shots of bees when lo-and-behold this hummingbird flew in for a quick sip and took off like lightning! I literally had seconds to get this! I am over the top excited (can you tell?). Anyway, my goal now is to get an even better one . . . we're never satisfied, are we?


Linking up to World Bird Wednesday at The Pine River Review





32 comments:

  1. Ms. BeckyAugust 25, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    well, it just may be mine also. nice one. happy day to you.

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  2. deb dutyAugust 25, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    Wow... I can see why! It's really breathtaking. A perfect shot. I'm adding it to my pinterest I like it so much!

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  3. Ashley SiskAugust 25, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    I can see why you love it - beautiful!

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  4. TexWisGirlAugust 25, 2011 at 2:45 PM

    great bokeh in the background too!

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  5. Our Beaten PathAugust 25, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    Just found your blog and picture on pinterest. love it! Great, great job!

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  6. NancyAugust 25, 2011 at 4:42 PM

    Congratulations, Barb! I know what you mean -- getting them in a natural setting is like hitting the jackpot! This is beautiful. :)

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  7. Karen @ Pieces of ContentmentAugust 25, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Beautiful capture and a bonus bee as well. Lovely!

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  8. ReenaAugust 25, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Laughing out loud here ... no, we are never satisfied! You do exactly what I do .. this early a.m. I was outside briefly (without camera) and low and behold a male hummingbird comes to the feeder. Do you think I ever see him any other time .. oh no! Do you think he came back after I went in and came back with camera and waited and waited and waited .. oh no!

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  9. Nadege,August 25, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    I don't seem to have any luck capturing birds, maybe I need more patience. Beautifully done.

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  10. AnonymousAugust 26, 2011 at 2:36 AM

    Congratulations on capturing this hummingbird - they move so quickly! The light, color, and composition of this photo are all lovely.

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  11. Stephanie at Grateful Heart AcresAugust 26, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    Amazing, beautiful shot. I love this photo! You did an excellent job. I am so grateful you shared it with us. ;)

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  12. MichelleAugust 26, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    What a gorgeous capture!!! This is what I'm trying to do. Most of mine are at the feeders, my other ones with pretty backgrounds are out of focus.

    Nicely done!!!!! :)

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  13. Gina KleinworthAugust 26, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    You bet! I would be my favorite too - I would love it if I had that come out of my camera!! Beautiful!

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  14. Nicolasa @ {My}PerspectiveAugust 26, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    Wow! That IS a fabulous shot! Well done!

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  15. CallieMarieAugust 26, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    GORGEOUS!!

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  16. DeannaAugust 28, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    Oh do I have to laugh...one day I took 54 shots and didn't get one good one. This is a wonderful image...lucky you!!

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  17. KmcblackburnAugust 28, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Visiting from "Favorite Photo". WOW!!!!! Yep, that about sums it up! :)

    Kathy

    www.youllshootyoureyeout-kathy.blogspot.com

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  18. mommy to manyAugust 28, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    wow is all i can say! love it!

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  19. Spare Parts and PicsAugust 29, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    You nailed it! I've taken hummingbird pics, and they are so tough. This one's a beauty!

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  20. Jill FranklinAugust 30, 2011 at 1:17 PM

    You have a wonderful eye for beauty and color...you capture the natural beauty of life.

    I absolutely Love your blog! I wanna be just like you when I grow up! =)

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  21. jooAugust 31, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    Love it! It would be my favourite photo of the week as well:)

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  22. UnknownAugust 31, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Great shot!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada.

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  23. FjällripanAugust 31, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Cingratulations to a awesome photo of the hummingbird!

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  24. theconstantwalkerAugust 31, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    It's a fantastic flight shot...well done and many thanks for sharing.

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  25. mickAugust 31, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    Congrats on such a beautiful photo of the hummingbird at the flower.

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  26. eileeninmdAugust 31, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Wow, gorgeous shot of the hummer!

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  27. AnonymousAugust 31, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    wonderful capture and perfect lighting!! yes, we constantly challenge ourselves! ;-)

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  28. SpringmanAugust 31, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    Nope, never satisfied! But please celebrate this brilliant catch. I agree, a bird in a bush is worth two at the feeder. The thing is,the speed of your reactions to get this marvelous picture bodes well for your future chances. I firmly believe each picture taken is preperation for the next. Outstanding!

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  29. RenaSeptember 1, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    I can definitely relate to your excitement about getting this shot. I've been doing the same thing the past couple days since I discovered a different setting on my camera! And I also know the feeling of thinking I need to keep trying til I get an even better pic! This is a beauty of a pic, especially with the flowers instead of a feeder.
    Rena

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  30. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    This is a beautiful capture of the Hummingbird with the flowers! Wonderful job!

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  31. JudySeptember 5, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Never satisfied - that is what gets out there with the camera again tomorrow!! I love that you captured this guy against the trees, rather than half against the post - pretty darn good for a first try!

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  32. LizApril 24, 2012 at 8:33 AM

    WOW! So much about this shot is Amazing!!!
    I feel blessed to have discovered your blog via this beautiful image pinned by Deb Duty on Pinterest.

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