Joseph
That's a good start......amazing difference from the original. There's a color cast that could be removed but I think you get the idea on this. Another suggestion might be to look at other images that you've shot. Play around with cropping...it can change the entire focus, perspective, and content of an image.
Hi Joseph Might want to try shooting very early in the morning or late in the day Image was probably taken just before or after noon Harsh light is difficult to deal with particularly gulls or any white bird