Nice shot, Ted! Great bird, lovely light, clean background, sharp focus, great crop. Just a very nice image IMO. I don't have any EABL shots that nice. Congrats.
I agree with Axel about the DOF. Still I like the pose and the BKG is great. I know this is out of your control but the light looks a little harsh. Maybe the contrast is too high? I can't make up my mind. Would be happy if it was my shot regardless.
I am fine with the d-o-f. Love the BKGR. Would like to see this less contrasty with BLUE SAT reduced.
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