Theme:Giraffe Sunset

This isn't too far "out of the box". It's an image I've played with quite a bit over the past few years, but I don't think I've posted it here. From the original, I just added a gradient map, some masking and a little Topaz adjust. All c&c welcome.

Oh I do like this one...the way their all looking in the same direction...congrats

Hi Cindy, Agree with Paul about the direction all the giraffes are looking. I like the overall color which adds a nice feel to the image. The comp is good with sharp subjects. I would have preferred a separation between the 2 giraffes on the left otherwise nicely handled...

Cindy, I love the color tones and the soft glow to the image.The giraffes are arranged very nicely in the image IMO. One of your best!Congrats!!

Hi Cindy, excellent composition. Great image to start with, I love the monochromatic effect.

very nice Cindy, excellent color blending.......beautiful to look at.
Might darken the eye a bit on the tallest giraffe

Very beautiful image, Cindy!!! Love the colors and lighting. I agree with Dave that more separation between the two left giraffes would be nice, but very good image regardless!

Cindy this is super creation , Just awesome , what a compo , what a colors and super blending
TFS

I love the colors in this! They are totally believable for the giraffes and for the scene.

Thanks to all for your comments. Dave M - yes, more separation would have been preferred. I tried to get our vehicle repositioned, but the giraffes loped off. Dave P - good catch regarding the eye of the taller giraffe. Thanks!

I never get tired of seeing this image. This version is also stunning.

This is lovely Cindy! Excellent composition and the color you chose really conveys the feeling of the desert. The alert poses looking in the same direction make for a great capture. Congrats!

Thanks so much, Judy and Kerry I appreciate it.

Cindy, Congratulations!Your image has been chosen as our weekly theme winner and will be our wildcard pick for IOTW!!