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    Not sure about the OOF zebra in the foreground, but think it gives a different dimension to the image...

    Location: Rietvlei Nature Reserve, South Africa
    Equipment: Canon 7D and 500mm F4 L lens
    Settings: 1/2000s at f5.6 and ISO 320

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    Nice interaction Rudi and I like the inclusion of the horizon/sky. Think you could apply another round of USM to the two main Zebra. Although the image is 'busy' the OOF zebra does help.

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    Great action and behavior, the light and colors are magnificent...Really enjoying your work!

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    That creamy bokeh and the great light makes this one soothing to my eyes. Agree on the USM.

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    The BG and colors are really nice. I am OK with the OOF zebra but would have preferred a clear shot of the 2 playing zebras.
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    Rudi, I really like the colour tones in this image, but I tried a rough re-crop and b&w conversion (very, very rough) because I think the action and the stripes of the oof foreground lend themselves to a monochrome image. I think it adds drama, but my husband thinks it looks too savage, so I won't post it but just put it forward as another suggestion for you to try.

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    Rudi,

    I am sorry to say the OOF Zebra in the front does nothing for me, but I suppose it demonstrates Zebras inate ability to get in the way of shots.

    I would try cropping a lot closer eliminating as much of the OOF as you see fit.

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    Thanks for the feedback everyone - Appreciated!

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    Rudi, Rietvlei Zebbies rock. Its always great to capture playtime with Zebbies, and just love those Rietvlei BG's. I can see where Ken is coming from, but the OOF zebbie doesnt distract.

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    Rudi,

    Normally I would be opposed to the OOF Zebra so prominent in the FG. But when I open this image, my eye goes right to the Zebra's eye and mouth, both sharp and well placed in the frame. Thus I conclude that your composition works for me.

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    I find this picture works. My eyes were immediately drawn to the action. Love the light here and the BG. Ken's version works too. I would like to see this in a B&W version for comparison.
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    Rudi - I too was immediately drawn to the eye and the teeth so while it would be preferable for the oof zebra to not be there, the image is still definitely a keeper.

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    Nice interaction Rudi, If mine and if IQ allows , I will go tight
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    Thanks for the feedback everyone!

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