The Fawns of Dawn
by yanko

Comment:
Dude... First, the image is fantastic!!! It blew me away when I saw it during voting. After seeing your original, you have given me hope for saving some of my images. Your processing techniques are impeccable and I can't state enough how much I appreciate the fact that you showed your original. This is a truly perfect example of how you can process an image to convey your own personal vision. Expertly accomplished and definitely worthy of the blue ribbon. Congratulations!

White Bird
by riversong

Comment:
This is one of those shots that when you initially see it you are stunned by the subtlety of the lighting and impact. Then after viewing it a few times, you find yourself fascinated by the intricacies of the scene. I grew up with peacocks (albeit they were not albinos) and there are few representations that are superior to this rendering. Well done and congratulations on your ribbon.

Earth's blood flows cold and clean
by DrAchoo

Comment:
I love this POV and the richness of the tones. I should have known that it was your work. This one got a 10 from me and I wouldn't change a thing. Simply beautiful.

Z O D I A C
by Nuzzer

Comment:
The processing here makes the shot unforgettable. Outstanding work.

Master of Ceremonies
by JBHale

Comment:
The light and clarity in this shot are amazing. It makes me feel like I'm there in a super-real fashion. Fantastic work.

bob the builder
by whiteroom

Comment:
This looked so much like one of your masterpieces Les... Love the work you've done here. The image manages to capture a story and a personality (like no one else but you can do). Beautiful image.

Graceful Flow of Elements
by lectrol

Comment:
Oddly enough, one of my best friends just returned from a journey to this very spot (and after her description, I knew it had to be the same place she visited). The turquoise water is evidently one of its most distinguishing characteristics. Gorgeous representation. Just the right amount of cotton candy in this classic waterfall shot. It garnered a 10 from me. Beautiful.

The Silent Samurai
by heavyj

Comment:
The eyes are just amazing in this portrait. Beautiful image. Well done and congrats on the top 15 finish.

Rescued Red
by colorcarnival

Comment:
I scored this a 9 during voting, but have grown to appreciate it even more since. Beautiful tones and lighting. Very well done.

Red-tailed Hawk
by Alain

Comment:
I'm so flattered to finish right behind this image... This is one of my favorites (and few 10s I gave) in this challenge. Stunning clarity and color. I'm a sucker for a great bird shot and this certainly qualifies. Well done.