Yes, it is not time yet for the snow. Last week we had snow falling all day, however, the ground was still warm so it didn't stay. Nights are colder now and every day we wake up to the freezing temperatures, yet we are blessed with beautiful fall like days with temperatures above 10 degrees C.
Last week I was very lucky, yet I felt lucky too. I got my camera ready, adjusted ISO settings and left it on the kitchen island. By noon I had the screaming Blue Jay on my backyard, walking on the grass and on the fence, and his or her flying companion zooming by. That wasn't the end, a little Junco and Chickadees arrived also. I wasn't lucky photographing them, but at least I got something. It was windy, snowing and I was standing behind the window.
I think I mention that before. The nice thing about the fall and winter and the bird photography is that there are no leafs for the birds to hide. They are more exposed, so it is easier to see them and of course photograph them.
I am hoping for more sightings like that on my backyard. I am so tempted to put out the bird seeds again, but then do I want another mouse in my house?
OMG that photo is gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteNay to the mouse idea!
ReplyDeleteIt's a great shot, Anna, for being taken from behind the window!
Looks like he's gettin' all fluffed up for the winter. Enjoy the snow! Down here we've only had the cold so far. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteAwesome photo! Somehow he looks disgruntled.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo Anna! His feathers are definitely ruffled about something. Or maybe from the wind?
ReplyDeleteYour Blue Jays are different than ours. We have the Stellar Jay here in Oregon. Yours looks like the true Blue Jay species.
We had our first freezing morning here today, just barely. 31 degrees F. and foggy until afternoon. I was cooold at work but will have to get used to it again as it is just starting.
Can't believe you just made your 400th comment on my site! Thanks again. Can't wait until Matthew leaves his first! :-)
Super foto, wszystkie Twoje zdjęcia są takie radosne, pozdrawiam serdecznie:)
ReplyDeleteThe bird seems to be freezing, and no wonder. We have had a couple of "on-off"winters already, but today it was all of 6 degree C!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful picture, Anna! It gives so well the sensation of the winter, and the Blue Jay is very pretty!
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend :-)
Anna: Beautiful capture of the jay, we also had that snow but it was 60F today.
ReplyDeleteAt any given time or year, Winter is my fav season.
ReplyDeleteSo let the snow keep coming.... :-)
That's a beautiful photo Anna! I enjoy fall the most :)
ReplyDeleteEsta ave parece estar preocupada por el invierno. Me gusta la idea de tener la cámara en la cocina:))
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Blue Jay must be chilling, it's feathers are all fluffed out like they do when trying to keep warm. Thanks for your visits. No, I'm not ready for any snow either, even if it doesn't stick. Have a great Sunday.
ReplyDeleteFantastic capture, great use of DOF!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bird. Fantastic capture.
ReplyDeleteAnna:
ReplyDeleteThat is a fantastic picture. It so clear and real. You are such a gifted photographer. I used to take a lot of pictures when I was younger, but I was never as good as you. Well done my dear. Take care and stay warm and cozy.
By the way, what state are you in where it's so cold? As you know, the queen and I live in California and today was sunny and about eighty degrees F. Nice.
Happy trails.
Is it not the time for snow now?? yes it is, it is coming anyway ;-) Beautiful shot you got, and do not forget, snow gives you a really nice environment for pictures ;-)
ReplyDeleteGreat capture as always. You are right that winter is a good season for capturing birds, but not a good season for bug hunters like me.
ReplyDeleteVery nice photography. He looks so clean too.
ReplyDeletelovely and the image has a nice feel to it!
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful picture of the blue jay. He looks all puffed up as protection against the cold, and I like the snow flakes you captured with him. Now that the leaves are mostly gone, Betsy has her camera set up for some serious bird photos.
ReplyDeleteawesome photogrph:) love it
ReplyDeleteYou captured a pretty bird anna, and the background was simple perfect. Even it is too cold, seems you are enjoying the clear sight of birds. Have many pleasant moments alike this anna. take care :)
ReplyDeleteOh too funny a theme, or not funny if you are not a fan of winter.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo though!
Hi Anna,
ReplyDeleteGorgeous bird!! I love its blue colours.
Winter is coming little by little, but I also know that time will pass by so quickly that by February Spring time will start smiling at us again ;)!
Big hug to you and Matthew!
Cheers
Amazing color on this bird! And he looks like he is growing a fur coat for the winter!
ReplyDeleteWe put out bird seed and just deal with the mice. Mice are my friends too, you know. hee hee
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
--JB
Ciekawy i bardzo ładny ptaszek.
ReplyDeleteVery nice :)
ReplyDeleteA darling and perfect bluejay photo, Anna! How adorable. Bluejays are so quick to fly. Great capture.
ReplyDeleteWe have snowflakes falling now and then too but nothing staying on the ground.
I'm set up for bird photography now too. Won't we have fun!!! I can't wait to see some of Matthew's tries. :D
Have a super day, dear friend.
Hugs, Nancy/JJ
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ReplyDeleteFantastic photo Anna! Awesome colors and beautiful bokeh!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a wonderful capture of the beautiful blue jay Anna, such a luck and timing my friend :) And we expect snow fall for Thursday, and Friday and Saturday. They say this winter will be tough and maybe colder than last year, so yeah, keeping worm will be priority. I will also try to shoot a few shots now and than. Keep warm and cozy with family dear Anna... {{{HUGS}}}
ReplyDeleteThe weather has been whackey here too with summer temps way below par...thank God!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing a winner shot. Hope all's well.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely a fantastic capture of this beautiful Blue Jay. Love the clarity and details in this shot Anna. We just had our first bit of snowfall on Thanksgiving day, just enough to cover the ground. Hope you and your family had a great Thanksgiving, Anna. Looking forward to more of your gorgeous bird images.
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful Anna!
ReplyDeleteThat poor bird, I know just how it feels. As a long time advocate of Summer and a huge protester of winter I think we should unite worldwide and boycott Winter once and for all.
ReplyDeleteNice shot Annabobanna! :)
wonderful capture! i love the blue against the white :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful photo of a cute little bird that looks like freezing.
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