The Golden Jackal

[Harshad Barve]

Dear all

D300 , 600mm, f4, ISO 400 , beanbag, cropped but original Vert
All C & C are most welcome and much appreciated
Harshad

[Todd Frost]

I like the chosen comp, gives a sense of where he has come from. Nice and sharp on the jackal with blurred fg and bg. Good eye contact as well. Tongue an and added bonus. TFS
Todd

[Robert Amoruso]

Great expression and tongue.

I am wondering if some off the top might be appropriate. I probably would have done that if it were mine.

[Steve Maxson]

I like the interesting facial expression - the look of the eyes and the tongue. I would also suggest a crop from the top to place more emphasis on the jackal. The overall lightness of that part of the frame tends to draw my eye.

[Steve Kaluski]

Hi Harshad, something different hey, good.:)

I do feel though the 'blacks' are quite dominant, so whether there is too much contrast I'm not sure? Also is the tongue that reddish pink? it's all a bit to strong for me, however, will bow to your judgement Harshad, your call on this. ;)

Steve

Steve

[Austin Thomas]

Very nice Harshad,

I like the expression and the tongue is the extra element for me. It does appear a little contrasty here and I would crop tighter from the top.

tfs

Austin

[Hendri Venter]

One very fine image Harshad. I like the one foot up and the tongue out. Well captured.

[Morkel Erasmus]

looks like the village idiot :) funny expression and lovely DOF Harshad...

[Steve Canuel]

Agree with Steve K. and Austin on the blacks/contrast. Tongue color does stand out, and if natural, I'd tone it down a tiny bit as that's what captures attention right away rather than the cool looking eyes. I like the little cloud of dust he seems to be kicking up as he moves on his way.

[Stu Bowie]

Harshadbhai, I like the raised paw showing movement, and the protruding tongue adds interest. He looks like he's been on a long hike.