Kirkmann's camp, Sabi Sabi Private game reserve. After having spent time in a river bed with wild dogs and their pups, we came across this leopard lounging in a tree. Most times, I would say the BG is too busy, but somehow the leopard seems to pop nicely. At least I got a slight head turn. I always make sure not to cut the tails off in capturing the image.
Nice one, Stu. This is a really relaxed cat! I like the image as is, including BG- it shows the habitat as it is. Direct eye contact would have been great, but I'm sure your driver was not about to go and tap the cat on the shoulder:). The over-the-shoulder look is a great bonus, keeping this one out of the "backsides" bin. Thx for sharing.