Bonding

[Cheryl Slechta]

Here's another image taken at the Hoggetowne Medieval Faire last weekend. They had a "Falconry" show and the handler had a very nice way with his birds. I used an Orton effect (it's a phase I'm in) and then Nik Silver Efex to convert to b&w.

[Maureen Allen]

Very nice, Cheryl - and I like your phase

[Dennis Bishop]

Diagonals are generally good, but this one is exceptional because it's more than just a visual element. I really like what you've done using variations of the Orton effect with your landscapes. This image shows that it's a wonderful technique for portraits, as well. It's a beautiful image in many ways.

[Nancy Bell]

It is often said that owners and their pets look alike. I love how the mustache and the feathers around the eyes of the owl are so similar! The soft B&W really put the emphasis on the lovely moment you captured.

[gary ellwein]

Keep up the Orton's. I find my self applying the effect to many of my images.

[Paul Lagasi]

A sweet image....enough said. Love the effect.

[Indranil Sircar]

This is beautiful, Cheryl. Love the composition and your processing.

[Anita Bower]

This image shows the love the man has for the bird, and the gentleness with which he treats the bird. It evokes feelings of love and tenderness. Well done.

[Kerry Perkins]

Cheryl, this is really sweet - both as an image and as a statement about the handler. Nicely done on all fronts. I want an owl to cuddle! BTW, I have always thought that this connection with the wildlife we photograph adds a wonderful dimension to our images.

[Andrew McLachlan]

Beautiful work Cheryl and lovely interaction as well.