Originally published February 6, 2008 at 12:00 AM | Page modified February 7, 2008 at 11:40 AM

Pix From My Weekend

King of the Skagit

A weekly column featuring reader photos.

BEN SMITH

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Photographer: Ben Smith, Bellevue

Photo taken: Jan. 16, Rockport, Skagit County

Photographer's description: "Spent the day up near Rockport on the Skagit River photographing eagles. Taken at 10:30 a.m. with Canon 400D and Canon 500mm f/4 IS."

Expert says: "Soft, filtered winter light illuminates the beautiful feathered pattern of this eagle's wings. The photographer chose a perfect exposure to bring out these details and help the eagle's sleek profile stand out against the light background. I also like how the moss-covered branches frame the bird. Overall, I think this image is superb."

— Jessica Oyanagi, Seattle Times photo production specialist

Please send us your photo from a recent weekend in the Northwest. Submit online at seattletimes.com/weekendphotos. We'll judge the year's best in December (and award a prize). See more photos at seattletimes.com/traveloutdoors.

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