Down the Hatch!
by vawendy

Comment by Lydia:
I've voted this an 8 (earlier). I love the tones and the composition.
Does she always stick out her tongue to put food on it? I think that's the part that throws me off a bit... it seems contrived (as we all know that it is, but we don't want to think that it is). *grin*

In any case, I think this will do well for you.

Love the bit of backlighting, too.

I resolve to play more with light and shadow
by vawendy

Comment by Stephen_M:
Stark image

Through the Looking Glass
by vawendy

Comment by Trotterjay:
Wonderful shot of a Great Blue Heron. I've gotten some captures myself but never in actual flight of this bird.

The Beginning of My Trip: Waiting for the Plane
by vawendy

Comment by whiteroom:
Great photo, I think the title should have been simpler for more effect. I.e. Departure

Through the Looking Glass
by vawendy

Comment by mariuca:
I wish I can see such a blue bird - elegant and vibrant - but the pp gets in my way of loving this. The original probably preserves the original misty look

Looking for a Friend
by vawendy

Comment by illini75:
The reflection is nice and so is the lighting

I resolve to play more with light and shadow
by vawendy

Comment by streetpigeon:
What a fine beginning! This is great.

Looking for a Friend
by vawendy

Comment by Urho:
Aww, I'll be your friend.

I resolve to play more with light and shadow
by vawendy

Comment by Violetz:
off to a good start! 9

Looking for a Friend
by vawendy

Comment by Violetz:
Nice reflection, very soft photo