Racoon (reflecting)

[Mike Lentz]

An image from last year, figured I'd break it out of the archives.

http://www.pbase.com/mike_lentz/image/86603185.jpg

Nikon D200 ~ NIkkor 300mm F/2.8
ISO 400 ~ F/2.8 ~ 1/500 sec

[Roman Kurywczak]

Hey Mike,
Look/pose/reflection look very good. Don't know what you have going on on the RH side of the Racoon........almost looks like a SH halo.......but that would go all around. Definitely a tone down/correction on that......and you've got a winner!

[Alfred Forns]

Would also increase contrast a tad Mike !!! Love the reflection and intense look !!!

[Axel Hildebrandt]

I like the setting and reflection. Another vote for more contrast.

[Sabyasachi Patra]

Love the looks. I would like some more contrast and work around the eyes.

[Fabs Forns]

Very nice composition, Mike. It could use a bit more punch as mentioned.

[Mike Lentz]

I agree with the needed added punch! Thanks guys!

[D. Robert Franz]

Well done with a very good reflection. Image just looks a little flat a little boost in contrast and saturation would fix it right up...

[Steve Canuel]

Nice one Mike. I like the angle of the reflection being a continuation of the log. I see the "halo" Roman referred to but noticed it because of the break in the soft green hue of the BG more than anything else.
Steve

[Jasper Doest]

I love these little fellows...I've only seen them during the night, so I'd love to have something like this in my files. I agree with all comments about the contrast.

[Steve Foss]

Really cool photograph, Mike. The look and pose and reflection all make it. I agree on the added punch, but that's a simple matter with a well exposed image in nice light like this one, eh?

[Mike Lentz]

Really cool photograph, Mike. The look and pose and reflection all make it. I agree on the added punch, but that's a simple matter with a well exposed image in nice light like this one, eh? Thanks bud! I agree with the added contrast and a bit of selective facial sharpening that the image will be improved. I appreciate all the great feedback guys! :)

[Wally Nussbaumer]

One has to love these critters, they are a hoot to watch. Good shot, lice location. I have to agree with the previous comments, but it's still a nice image and brings back fond memories.