Metadata: Focal Length 71mm, ISO 800, 1/1250s, f/4.8,
WB, Vivid Color,
Polarizer. The theme of repetition starts with the mirrored head shapes of the gulls, repetition of foot lines, the fence rails, and beaks. The day was cloudy with sun breaking through the clouds accenting the whites of their heads and feathers. I went out of my comfort zone of flower images and tried birds instead. The wide open lens in the bright light helped get a close focus on their heads. Because they move so fast, a fast shutter speed was necessary. The
polarizer helped capture detail in the brightness, though the downside is the bluish cast.
I love this shot because I've taken (should say tried to take) it many times before downtown! I'm initially drawn to the one bird's head who is fully seen and in focus, but then I'm drawn to the repetition of the feet and posts. really like this photo...a lot!
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