Wink!
by noraneko

Comment by Retroesque:
What a sensational bird photo - you know we see SO MANY on here and often they're a complete yawn, but this one ROCKS! What a magic capture - and beautifully presented. You should be very pleased.

Many Minis
by noraneko

Comment by Rob O:
Great composition ... nicely seen and captured.

California Basking
by noraneko

Comment by jaysonmc:
*Critique Club*

Well noraneko, I already commented on this image, so I am going to keep it short (they should implement a skip button).

Let's see:

Composition: Great rule of thirds going on here. The Seal makes a wonderful edge line that makes your eyes move further to the left. The angle of the shot is a plus, it almost gives the seal that "high and mighty" atmosphere which is further exponded on by the closed eyes. The sidelighting really helps this image.

Technicals: Not much to complain about, already stated what I thought below.

Overall: Stunning photo as I mentioned before. Maybe a slight change in title, "King of My Hill", etc... Though there is nothing wrong with the one you have, just throwing things out there. A very special photo.

Many Minis
by noraneko

Comment by jjusa:
nice. i like the colours. it could possible been improved by lowering your stance so that the emply ground in the foreground is eleminated.

Many Minis
by noraneko

Comment by keans_d:
I like how the frame is filled here. Good colors, crisp lines and nothing is overshiny.

Probing
by noraneko

Comment by -MK-:
Nice angle.

Many Minis
by noraneko

Comment by candlerain:
GREAT picture! 9

Mating Plumage, Mating Rituals
by noraneko

Comment by levyj413:
Great shot, Catherine! You really do know how to shoot animals. :)

Mating Plumage, Mating Rituals
by noraneko

Comment by JuliBoc:
Even though I think it looks a little over-saturated, I gave this a 9 because it is such a terrific composition. I love the parallel diagonal lines of the bills. Congratulations on a very nice photo and a very nice score.

Mating Plumage, Mating Rituals
by noraneko

Comment by mist:
Great score for this shot, well deserved. The parallel lines of the bills are impressive, almost made for a photo.