Plucked From Paradiseby
yakatmeComment: First let me say WOW !, simply magnificent.
The Title/Challenge
I like the title of the capture it fits well with the challenge giving us the best of both worlds paradise & harsh, nice mix.
The Border
The border is nicely done, the green & black work well together here giving a nice accent to the image. I see way to many borders that are over done and a distraction. This was done just right.
The background
Very nice use of DFO here we get just enough to recognize the glades without being a distraction or detracting from your focal point. Well done.
The composition
What can I say outstanding.
The tonality
Very well done the colors are deep and have lots of pop.
Over all
Just a great image all the way around the image has interest, eye popping color, nice clean, crisp focus. The details in the Heron & frog are fantastic, and an awesome composition. Well done !!