This is just terrific Chris, outstanding shot, I admire your work so much that yuo would't imagine! BG, pose, light, details.. I would just only wish to see it in a larger size ;)
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Love that landing pose and the great sharpness. Bonjour.
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Yes, that would be a favorite of mine too! Not much you can do about the light angle but nevertheless the head, neck, nearside body and nearside wing are all fully illuminated so its a winner. Buttery smooth background looks super.