Sleepy Daddy
by Phocal

Comment by sidpixel:
Hello from the critique club

An appealing image that contributes well to the open study challenge

A great image Ronnie, the concept and execution is original and effective. I like the use of the diagonal for the 'gator it makes for a more dynamic result. The minimal profile of the animal is sufficient to recognise what it is but too little to dominate it makes for a very effective slice and a strong focal point. I like it a lot, well done Ronnie

Circle of Life
by Phocal

Comment by dtremain:
Great score and great shot!

Don't Center Your Subject
by Phocal

Comment by sidpixel:
Hello from the critique club

An interesting image that meets the challenge

Oh, is that poor animal still going through that nightmare? Well you certainly managed to get up close and personal during this encounter didn't youâ€Â¦? Your title suggests the way in which you intended to fulfil the challenge brief though I have to agree with some of your commenters perhaps overexposure may have been more appropriate. As such, I have to assume your overexposure was unintentional and whilst it gives good detail of the poor turtle the rest of the image has suffered as a result. Although this is still an amazing image your other is the piece de resistance.

Sleepy Daddy
by Phocal

Comment by Lydia:
7 from me. Such a fun image with him "swimming" in yellow grass...

Circle of Life
by Phocal

Comment by Phocal:
Thanks for all the wonderful comments, would be to much to respond to each person.....................

If anyone is interested the full story about the day can be found here

Don't Center Your Subject
by Phocal

Comment by snaffles:
poor turtle, still being chomped on two weeks later...hope it tasted good

Circle of Life
by Phocal

Comment by cutiephinphin:
wow... definitely a winning shot though I feel really sad for that turtle. But as you mentioned in your caption, it's the circle of life. Love your thought process on your photo selection and I think the one with the muck gives greater impact. Looking forward to seeing more.

Don't Center Your Subject
by Phocal

Comment by Luciemac:
And, don't blow out the highlights. ;-)

Circle of Life
by Phocal

Comment by primabarbara:
Wow Ronnie, just came home and found out you got the blue and PB - huge congrats!!!!

Don't Center Your Subject
by Phocal

Comment by Tumbleweed:
Great view! The highlights are a tad bright for me. I like where you can see texture of the skin.