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Avian Moderator
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Post a Thank You. - 1 Thanks
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Avian Moderator
Randy, stunning overall. The water and bkg colors compliment her nicely.
You know, when I posted my male HM a few days ago I had a very similar frame. It was suggested to me to add more left because of the length of the HM tail. Now I see it more clearly and I can see why that might be something to look at here.
Well done.
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Avian Moderator
Brian:
Valid point, and I looked at that edge of the frame several times. I finally decided that because of the OOF nature and tapering shape of the tail that it is less of an issue, but certainly worth consideration.
Cheers
Randy
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Lovely image Randy. I like the eye. I would have personally added some to the left but not as important because like you said the tail is out of focus and is disappearing into the water.My personal taste would be to back off on the brightness on the front of the bird. Still a great image. TFS
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Lifetime Member
Nice reflection.
I would love a bit more room on the left.
IQ looks good and I love that still water,
Gail
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Wildlife Moderator
Hi Randy, I very much like the symmetry here, adding a diagonal exposure blend to the FG I feel adds some more depth.
TFS
Steve
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Another beautifully detailed and colorful view and more killer water to top it off. TFS
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BPN Member
Hi Randy a super nice and clean shot with a pleasing subject ... I do like the overall color and tone combo .
Not sure about the detail side of life .... as it appears not very fine , and the hood does look slight grainy to me .
TFS Andreas
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I like the pose, hairdo, sharpness, reflection and complimentary BG. Beautiful image Randy!
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Randy, This is such a striking shot, perhaps most mesmerizing of all — taking for granted all the skill and talent that went into doing everything else — the clarity of the reflection. My wife's mirrors don't work that well! You've got quite the setup there, sitting peacefully in your blind watching the ducks fight it out to see who gained the right to pose for you. Could there be a better way to spend a morning. Many, many more. Dave Harwood
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Love the crest. The earth tones on the bird and the water are great. Lovely reflection.