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    OK guys, I would like some feedback on this, good or bad, but I will qualify that by 'constructive' :D

    FYI I have converted to B/W as the tones within the image I found in colour a little too much. I have my own thoughts, however I do not wish to pre-empt you, or suggest things.

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    Steve,

    To my mind the answer is no, there is too little shades of grey.

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    The action is terrific. For my taste, the mixed light is a big minus. IF you have the patience to dodge and burn for a more even tonality risking loosing a lot of time, I'd give it a try.

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    Steve,

    It works for me. I like the inter-play of light with detail being available throughout the highlight to shadow range. Sometimes Visual Impact overrides technical perfection.

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    Chas

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    Steve In B&W as presented would work best because of the mixed light !! With the conversion you can alter the mood and come up with a pleasing image.

    As presented I like the end results and works for me !!

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    I like it too. Mixed light is very interesting.

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    Works here also. Plenty of detail in all tonal ranges. Different and I like it. TFS
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    I am with Fabs here
    TFS

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    Steve,
    I like the fur detail, but the background is distracting. I would blur the background and I think that would add impact in my opinion. I like the contrast as presented.

    Roger

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    Thanks folks for taking the time.

    For me, Roger has picked up on what I thought.

    Overall I feel it doesn't work for the following reasons, however I might tweak it more later:
    - The BG is too busy and distracting and not diffused enough for the head to stand out
    - It too contrasty
    - It's just a little bit of a mess

    Here is the colour version for those who might be wondering ;) I think both are in the 'perhaps' pile!

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    Steve
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    ;) I think both are in the 'perhaps' pile!

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    I could not disagree with that.

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    I could not disagree with that.
    Straight talking hey Ken?
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