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    I'm not sure of this one due to both birds not having their full form displayed as well as a shallow depth of field. Comments welcome.

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    Richard, this reminds me of an Audubon painting with two birds displaying the whole of the species. I think I would lighten the background a little.

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    I wish for a bit more of a look back for the center bird. I do not mind the bird on the right being cut but the tail of the other bird being clipped is not optimal in my opinion.

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    Lovely contrast in colours here. I presume they are male and female.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Phil Ertel View Post
    I wish for a bit more of a look back for the center bird. I do not mind the bird on the right being cut but the tail of the other bird being clipped is not optimal in my opinion.
    Thanks Phil... at least I know my instincts are somewhat on track. :)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stuart Bowie View Post
    Lovely contrast in colours here. I presume they are male and female.
    I believe they are though not entirely sure. Maybe someone else here can confirm this.

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