The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 3
by vawendy

Comment by chipuc:
Congrats for your HM!

Nature Photographer
by vawendy

Comment by Abra:
Fantastic shot! This was my pick for the challenge and my only 10 vote. The lighting, composition and PP are great. This really nails the challenge criteria IMHO. Well done and I expect to see this on the front page.

The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 3
by vawendy

Comment by wetland:
Cool idea. Very nice composition.

Nature Photographer
by vawendy

Comment by giantmike:
I like this capture! The intrigue in the face of the squirrel is fantastic.

hiddengemb
by vawendy

Comment by Paul:
Glad to have the opportunity to offer the first comment on this gem. Fabulously executed - I have a blue ribbon from a bird on-the-wing image and it isn't nearly as accomplished as this. I suppose the only negative I could mention is that the gull's facial markings are a little messy and unattractive but it's not like you could do anything about that! Standout work.

[Duplicated from the 'Comment or Die' thread]

Nature Photographer
by vawendy

Comment by Lydia:
Love this! I would have cropped just past his back feet... but then again... I probably wouldn't have the high score I'm sure you have... *grin* Good stuff! (not voting)

Nature Photographer
by vawendy

Comment by anniek:
Love this....you must have had a peanut inside the lens cap. My first 10 pointer for a long time!

Nature Photographer
by vawendy

Comment by bmartuch:
Great representation and excellent idea.

Odonata
by vawendy

Comment by Yo_Spiff:
Another high placing entry. Nice and crisp. I'll have to get one of those 100mm 2.8's at some point.

The-Heron2
by vawendy

Comment by MacDonald:
It's a magical shot - the silhouette of the heron is crisp and the bokeh in the water sparkles like jewels.