Hmm...I think this image can use some rotation adjustment. Personally, I wouldn't say the background is distracting but do wish there were something prettier instead :D
He seems to remodel his home. :) I like the striding pose and light, would sharpen the bird more and wish he were angled toward you. Was a lower angle possible?
Thanks Desmond and Axel. Actually, the rotation is correct. I do wish I could have gotten lower, but there was a bush in the way. More sharpening? Aaaaaargh! Always too much or too little :p