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    I thought I would add a little diversity by posting a bison. Taken in Grand Teton National Park.

    Canon 7D2
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    ISO 400
    HH, ff, levels, curves, sharpened in PSCC.

    C&C welcome and appreciated. Thanks,

    Rachel

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    A very nice shot it is too Rachel (I am glad I checked I was about to post a bison myself!!) I like the two eyes visible, a very clean file with fine detail. I know they can vary somewhat in colour especially at different time of the day, I am tempted to suggest a little more punch in the bison's coat may add a little (selective color - blacks - black, neutral-black) more punch or pop. Having said that I do like the image as presented. I also think you have a good cut off point at the shoulder.

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    Thanks Jon. Feel free to post your bison too!

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    Really well exposed and a pin point comp

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    Hi Rachel -- Lovely details and i liked the vertical comp. That grass blade stuck in its beard really looks nice and adding to the image. The grass blade below the right eye is a bit distracting .

    TFS !

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    Hi Rachel a fine solid portrait of the Bison .You have nice detail , colors and a pleasing BG ...not too busy !
    I like the clearly visible eyes with some nice life in them , i am fine with the coat in terms of tonal contrast .. just think the blacks are a tiny bit too solid in parts .
    Comp works well.
    TFS Andreas

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    Rachel I think the texture of the fur is lovely and some fine detail especially on the nose,don't know why I am so keen on that bit of grass but I am,takes all sorts.

    Keith.

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    Hi Rachel, nice portrait and I agree about the grass, but I know you won't remove it which is a shame as it would improve things IMHO, however...

    You could also try a Duotone, but lighten the grass so you have more tonal difference between subject & BKG.

    TFS
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    Thanks guys for the comments and suggestions, much appreciated.

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    Lovely Bison portrait Rachel... I agree with Andres on the blacks being a touch too black.

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    Sorry Andrew, missed your post. Thanks and happy new year!

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