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.

The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 3
by vawendy

Comment by VivianFrerichs:
oh awesome! love the lighting and smoke. wicked cool.

The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 3
by vawendy

Comment by bassbone:
i like the idea but the book itself is a Zoology book so it lacks a bit in the fine detail area....still a good shot

The Standard Book of Spells, Grade 3
by vawendy

Comment by MinsoPhoto:
Really nice all around. Great comp and perfect use of the smoke and light.

Odonata
by vawendy

Comment by bmartuch:
The look on the face is neat.