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[Mike Tracy]

Intentionally composed and cropped tight. I wanted to put the emphasis on the various curves and subtle s-shape formed from the egrets posture. Not the softest light but he didn't strike this pose earlier in the morning.

I never seem to get sharpening for the web spot on but I never try too hard either.

Comments always encouraged.

MKIII, EF500, 1/800, f/7.1, ISO 200, HH

http://i150.photobucket.com/albums/s114/BlueDeuce1/redpreeningwarmed.jpg

[Sid Garige]

Excellent exposure and details Mike.

[Fabs Forns]

I like the detail in the plumage and EXP. Compo does not do much for me, though. Can't put my finger on it, but it does not feel right.

[Grant Atkinson]

Hi Mike, I really liked the shapes and textures, and the colour, as well as the visible eye. Very unusual and pleasing image. Would like to see the FF shot.
TFS
Grant

[Judy Lynn Malloch]

Excellent detail captured in this image Mike with a lovely eye contact and so sharp. It feels a tad tight to me . Many thanks for sharing.

[James Shadle]

Mike try a cropping the bottom just above the Egrets ankles.
IMO a crop like that would better emphsise the Egrets "various curves and subtle s-shape formed"
James

[denise ippolito]

Mike, I love the composition and the sharp details. The pose is fantastic! Very nice BG also. I think James makes a good point regarding the crop. Well done.:)