Standing Tall And Alert | Phil Lanoue Photography

Standing Tall And Alert

This great blue heron remains on alert at the edge of the marsh pond as the afternoon winds down. The late day setting sunshine highlights him rather well…

47 thoughts on “Standing Tall And Alert”

Patrizia M. on January 18, 2014 at 5:17 pm said:

Che primo piano fantastico, sei un vero portento Phil 🙂
Ciao, Pat

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 5:51 pm said:
  
  Grazie molto Sono felice ti è piaciuto questa foto 🙂
  
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simonmilambo on January 18, 2014 at 5:36 pm said:

What amazing shot… I need to learn how to make some greate once like this one. Lol

Beautiful men

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 5:50 pm said:
  
  Thank you very much for your kind words!
  
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anotherday2paradise on January 18, 2014 at 6:06 pm said:

Yes, he does look wonderful, with his profile gilded by the sunlight. I think he would definitely approve of this portrait. 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:07 pm said:
  
  I think he would like it, he looks quite handsome. Not as much as Mr. A perhaps but still good.
  
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Jeff | Planet Bell on January 18, 2014 at 6:09 pm said:

The light that highlights his neck is beautiful.

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:08 pm said:
  
  Well it helps that he looks so good. Such a natural. Thanks Jeff.
  
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The Dancing Rider on January 18, 2014 at 7:08 pm said:

Great, great light. So warm. He’s so pretty!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:09 pm said:
  
  He sure is a looker that’s for sure! Glad you like the GBH!
  
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photosfromtheloonybin on January 18, 2014 at 7:19 pm said:

Wow!! Now that’s what I call a “jump right out at you and slap you in the face so you’ll notice it” kind of capture. I love the lighting so much!!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:10 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much I greatly appreciate that!
  
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Lyle Krahn on January 18, 2014 at 8:46 pm said:

Definitely heron approved. Just when you think it couldn’t get better, the setting sun makes it better.

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:12 pm said:
  
  I did get a lot of help from the sun on this one.
  
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Andrew on January 18, 2014 at 8:59 pm said:

Very nice portrait Phil. Lovely soft light.

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 9:13 pm said:
  
  Thank you Andrew, the heron made it easy.
  
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vastlycurious.com on January 18, 2014 at 9:24 pm said:

Everything on earth looks better in low light. How close were you? Love it!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 18, 2014 at 10:23 pm said:
  
  Well he sure made the most of his lighting!
  That’s my buddy Hank, he was right in front of me. 🙂
  
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  - vastlycurious.com on January 19, 2014 at 11:00 pm said:
    
    So wonderful Phil!
    
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    - Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:14 pm said:
      
      I’m so glad you enjoyed this GBH photo! 🙂
      
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      - vastlycurious.com on January 25, 2014 at 12:46 am said:
        
        I DID !
        
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janmasyn on January 19, 2014 at 2:16 am said:

Wonderful backlight.

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:15 pm said:
  
  Thanks very much Jan, I appreciate the kind words.
  
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foxleylady on January 19, 2014 at 6:55 am said:

Just THE most beautiful bird! I love the way you have the light highlighting every feather – stunning, Phil!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:15 pm said:
  
  Well the GBH did all the work, I just snapped the photo. 🙂
  Thanks very much Maggie!
  
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Amy on January 19, 2014 at 9:44 am said:

He looks handsome, dignified… with the sunshine highlights! Love this photo!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:16 pm said:
  
  He does look quite handsome and dignified doesn’t he?!
  Thanks a bunch Amy!
  
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Sreejith Nair on January 19, 2014 at 10:06 am said:

Beautiful sharp shot 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:16 pm said:
  
  I appreciate you looking and your kind words, thanks!
  
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Rexlin Victor on January 19, 2014 at 10:09 am said:

Excellent shot!!!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:16 pm said:
  
  I’m very happy you enjoyed it!
  
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Gunta on January 19, 2014 at 7:42 pm said:

Simply superb!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:17 pm said:
  
  Thanks much Gunta, glad you liked our GBH friend here!
  
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ilargia64 on January 20, 2014 at 10:57 am said:

I agree….Wonderful shot!!!!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 20, 2014 at 12:17 pm said:
  
  I appreciate that very much, thank you!
  
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Paula on January 20, 2014 at 3:07 pm said:

Wonderful, wonderful take in a beautiful light 🙂

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- Phil Lanoue on January 21, 2014 at 5:58 pm said:
  
  Hey thanks very much Paula I’m glad you enjoyed this GBH portrait.
  
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HansHB on January 20, 2014 at 5:21 pm said:

A great photo! Nice colors!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 21, 2014 at 5:58 pm said:
  
  Thanks so much Hans and I’ll be sure to check out the new blog!
  
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Cowboys and Crossbones on January 21, 2014 at 4:25 pm said:

He looks like he’s glowing! I wish I could have that lighting every day at sun down!

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- Phil Lanoue on January 21, 2014 at 5:59 pm said:
  
  We should all go around with a professional lighting crew in tow.
  
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Judy on January 26, 2014 at 9:42 am said:

Looks like he’s surveying his kingdom with all the confidence of youth! Backlighting is lovely !

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- Phil Lanoue on February 1, 2014 at 6:48 pm said:
  
  He does look quite confident doesn’t he?! Thanks Judy!
  
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pviette on January 27, 2014 at 3:55 pm said:

Great light. I love the curves.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 1, 2014 at 6:49 pm said:
  
  Thanks a million, so glad you like this shot!
  
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Sid Dunnebacke on January 28, 2014 at 8:47 pm said:

Phil, somehow you take an already beautiful creature even more beautiful.

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- Phil Lanoue on February 1, 2014 at 6:49 pm said:
  
  Well I truly appreciate that Sid, thanks very much!
  
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