A few photos with my new camera

Not a damselfly, but a beautiful dragon fly

 

It's a sparrowhawk

 

Thanks Mum. I took some video as well.It's a shame I could not get closer the pics were through the kitchen window.

 

Really? Then your camera is exceptionally good to get those shots from behind a window; top job!!

 

Thanks Mum.The Sparrow hawk was about 40ft away so very pleased with the quality of the shots especially through a window. I am still learning since the camera has lots of settings. You don't often see a bird of prey feeding in your garden.

 

No, Dave, that is so true, it is a rare sight and that is why I adore your photo's so much!

Keep up the great work; it is so inspiring.

 

Thanks Mum.I would love to walk around taking photos since were are surround by woods.The trouble is the old legs don't work very well so I cannot walk far.Perhaps I should strap it to my scooter lol.

 

On the contrary, Cherub: *you* are in the most perfect position to take wildlife photos!

Think about it (from a wildlife perspective): they are naturally (and rightly!) skittish creatures and will shy away from noise and movement; *you* on the other hand, move slowly, make less noise, less haste and need (presumably) regular stops to enjoy the environment/take a rest. Perfect!!! You and the wildlife have a complimentary approach to the world.

Sit, stop a while, inhale the nature and wildlife around you; they will come ... and your camera will be ready

I think the combination of your limited walking distance, coupled with your surroundings and interest in both wildlife and photography, offer you the most ideal scenario to make money from your photos, while combining your personal needs.

Do submit your photos to competitions, I have a feeling you will, at some point, reap the rewards.

Equally, do not see your limited walking ability as a hinderance (unless your ambition is to run a 1 minute mile ) but, rather as the attribute most necessary to actually capture wildlife in its natural environment.

Do keep focused; do keep patient because from where I am sitting, you are doing a fab job! Keep it up, Cherub.

 

The Dragon fly is a Common Darter, we had our first Sparrowhawk in the garden last week but not seen it since.
Enjoying you pics.

 

Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement.I shall try my best but my health is not so good at the moment.

 

I do hope you feel better soon Dave. You certainly have made all of us feel better seeing your great pictures. Take care of yourself and post us more when you can,
Jenny namaste

 

Jenny unfortunately my conditions are progressive incurable,I do have good and bad days.

 

Excellent pictures.....well done!

 

A couple more pics
This squirrel was 70 meters away in a neighbours garden.


While taking the squirrel photo a heron flew over.I just had time to take one shot.