The Fairy Pools
by MAK

Comment by SaraR:
A pleasingly atmospheric photo. I would prefer something in the foreground to lead the eye in, or perhaps less foreground altogether.

The Fairy Pools
by MAK

Comment by MeMex2:
wow! This is wonderful!

The Fairy Pools
by MAK

Comment by roz:
the dullness definitely makes me think of fairies and assorted otherworldly creatures .. you have stepped into their playground .. i fully expect to see one out of the corner of my eye .. but they are so clever .. i never get a proper glimpse .. always just out of sight ..

btw .. if this is a combo its absolutely brilliant .. foreground and background perfectly merged .. if its one pic .. its all the same to me .. i'm loving this a lot . :)

The Fairy Pools
by MAK

Comment by Neat:
Stunning! Will ribbon IMHO.

The Fairy Pools
by MAK

Comment by CNovack:
Voted earlier coming back to comment.

Gorgeous scene of the mountainous & rocky landscape that contrasts and complements the silky, cascading waterfall into the river!

European Robin
by MAK

Comment by IreneM:
Love this, MAK. Such a beauty.

European Robin
by MAK

Comment by GolferDDS:
You nailed this one. Perfect focus on the bird. I like the positioning in the frame and the out of focus background. Well deserved front page.

European Robin
by MAK

Comment by Barroness:
Congrats
One of my favorites for this challenge. Your burst of color doesn’t stop with the Robin. I love that the Burst of Color continues with a subtle blend in your image.

European Robin
by MAK

Comment by roz:
pretty little bird .. and what a wonderful catch ..
he is a subdued burst of colour .. but being subdued doesnt take away at all from the challenge requirements in my mind .. !! ..
i'm not voting just yet .. :)

European Robin
by MAK

Comment by ytshuva:
beautiful capture. Top 2!