Sorry for the corny title - just couldn't resist.My name is Dennis and I just got back into photography after two-decade layoff. I started off in 35mm in 1973 and lugged a couple of bags of gear, cameras, lenses, etc around the world during a 22 year Navy career. I got out of that habit after kids came along and cribs, diaper bags and car seats elbowed out camera gear for room in the car. Also, while my wife was remarkably patient with my stopping and waiting for just the right lighting, dirty-diapered kids were less so.
I got back into photography after my wife "forced" me to buy a DSLR in December of 2008. We'd gone to a camera store to buy a point and shoot for her to use in her antiques and collectibles business and she caught me looking at a couple of DSLRs in the display case. She suggested I check them out 'just for fun", but, when I tried to give them back to the sales person she asked "Which one do you want?" and refused to leave the store until I chose one.
Sadly, I lost Mrs Sea_Dog to cancer six months later, but fortunately she got to see me revive the passion I once had. My gallery is a lasting tribute to her and our love.
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Over the last two and a half years, since learning about Renderosity from a friend, has been a continuous learning and discovery process. The artists here are so amazingly talented and inspirational - and extremely friendly. Seeing their work and reading their comments on mine have allowed me to grow as an artist much faster than I could have on my own.
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Comments (42)
Blush
Whatever his name He is a beauty Hugs Susan~
kgb224
A very colorful bird. Stunning capture my friend.
MOSKETON
PRECIOSA IMAGEN.
Erestorfan
What a SPECTACULAR bird!! He's one of the most beautiful ones I've ever seen!!!!
jocko500
very lovely colors for sure
danapommet
Fantastic capture, colors and details in the feathers. Dana
CaressingTheDark
beautiful capture and the colors are gorgeous
junge1
Beautifully composed. Love the color and detail!
beachzz
Wow, with colors like that, who needs a name??? Gorgeous shot!
mariogiannecchini
Very beautiful bird !Fantastic colors and details !
Meisiekind
What a spectacular coat! Looks like Joseph and his amazing technicolor dream coat!!! Wonderful shot!
DananJaya_Chef
Wow! wonderful image. well done.
flavia49
fantastic capture!!
wingnut55
that mask is an amazing colour and texture, looks like he made it from a rubber bathing cap? if you look at the zoo's website, you might find a picture with the name.
kbrog
That is one really cool looking little bird! Excellent capture!
Hendesse
What a beautiful bird. I love the colors. Excellent shot!!
DAVER2112
WOW!! That is just amazing. It's so beautiful. Very nicely captured.
sandra46
charming bird, great shot!!! the color is stunning!
jeroni
Fantastic photography
watapki66
Wow, beautiful image and the colors are exquisite!
alessimarco
Really beautiful...resembles a painted bunting....but I suspect he is tropical. Great capture!
SoulEatar
Beautful capture - mavalous little creature - colorific !
emmecielle
Beautiful and colourful little bird! Excellent capture! :)
ledwolorz
Beautiful bird.
dochtersions
What a beautiful colors! That green is so bright! (He has a ring on.)
mickeyrony
He is splendid these colors are brilliant. Cheer still to respect this nature if enivrante my friend. You have the class in your savours. Mile mercies of this invaluable time for us enivrate of a smile ((5++)) Il est magnifique ces couleurs sont géniales . Bravo encore de respecter cette nature si enivrante mon ami . Tu as la classe en tes saveurs . Mile mercis de ce temps précieux pour nous enivrer d'un sourire ((5++))
SIGMAWORLD
Excellent photo.
Stringy
Sure to get noticed with those vibrant colours. Great find and shot!
bmac62
Wow...I agree with beachzz...who needs a name when you are as handsome as this guy? Well done!!! Will look forward to more of your Las vegas shots and will go back and really look at your night shots. Were they handheld?
tennesseecowgirl
best way I have found to take notes is with my camera, if the name of the bird or flower is posted I try to also get a photo of it.. and this is a beauty WOW