As I always note - "a birds wing shape is EVERYTHING" in birds in flight photography. To see the parallel lines of the wing shape and the elegance of the bird and the detail in the face of the bird is everything to me as a wildlife photographer. gb10005

A more upright capture of the wing shape as the female chaffinch passes the fence in the countryside. gb10006

The wing shape changes once more as the wings are aimed forwards as the female chaffinch coasts in to land. gb10007

The wings of the female chaffinch are firmly tucked in as it comes in to land. gb10008

Once again the chaffinch has flown in with beautiful outstretched wings and a late afternoon sun glow. gb10009

With legs outstretched and another eye pleasing wing shape the female chaffinch eases into her landing. gb10010

The most spectacular bird of the finch family that I have photographed to date is in my opinion the goldfinch. The gold stripes on the wings, the red, black and white across his face - all point to a remarkable bird. Another bird who keeps himself to himself for most of the day and comes out late af[...]

A goldfinch at full wing stretch is a beautiful sight to see. The stripes of the wing can be seen clearly. gb10021

The downward movement of the wing flap lets us have a good look at his face and see the outward side of his wing. gb10022

The streamline look has been a part of my birds in flight portfolio and it seems to be growing. Maybe soon I will upload my cormorant in streamline mode and my heron in streamline mode. gb10023

This owl has very dark eyes indeed. I managed to get the photo as he turned to the light and held all the detail in his feathers. sku OWL10007

A beautiful faced barn owl and wonderful colouring.