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    Another from my day out with a variety of 8 different species of Gulls.



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    Pretty darn neat to see a gull flying in snowfall. As is you could place your subject even a little lower in frame, thus adding a bit at top (I find the top wing-tip close to the edge). All-in-all very cool!

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    I like these images that include falling snow. The snow plus the gray on gray look gives it a mood I'm quite familiar with at this time of year. Good sharpness on the bird. I would tend to agree with Daniel's comments on composition. On my monitor the top of the bird's head looks pretty bright - could maybe tone that down a bit. Well done.

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    Love the falling snow and the beautiful Flight pose. A real treat to see a seagull in snow. I agree that a little more canvas on top would strengthen this image. Many thanks for sharing Mike.

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    Just the position as mentioned but love the image Sharp, well exposed and lots of feel !!!

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    This is one sweet capture. Good exposure, top pose and the feel is great with the falling snow. I agree about repositioning the bird a little, and think the head could do with a slight toning down. Wish it was mine!!

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    I think that some parts in the gull´s head are hot but the composition and mood of the scene is fantastic. Those falling snow flakes are fantastic. Congratulations for the nice image!

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    Another amazing image of a gull flying in snow. I like this lots Mike, and well captured.

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    ... or crop from the bottom. Why? As is, the image is top heavy.

    I'm with the gang that love's the snow and the mood.
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