Comment from silverbrown
I really like this photo.This is why i joined this site, so i can learn from shots like this.The photo is clear,and the action is stopped perfect in time.

 Comment Written 10-Feb-2013

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reply by the author on 10-Feb-2013

Thank you so very much! There is a lot to learn here. It just takes time and a real desire to learn.

Comment from filly421
Okay, I think this is one of my favorite pictures so far.
Great shot!
you really caught the bird at just the right moment.
good clarity
great subject
wonderful color, both subject and all the colors in the water
nice log in foreground helps to offer something for the subject to play off of..balance

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2011

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reply by the author on 09-Nov-2011

thank you so very much!

Comment from helvi2

Hi Willie,

I'm glad you actually missed the shot you were aiming for (sorry!) because this is SUPER! LOve the beautiful wingspan and scraggly chest feathers. The intensity is fantastic as well as the DOF and lighting! I feel I could walk righr into this shot.

Wish I had a six for you cause this is a gem! :o) Helvi

 Comment Written 27-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 27-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much! I entered this in my photography club contest. Out of 85 entries this won best of show! I was proud of myself!

reply by helvi2 on 27-Oct-2011

You should be! This was an extraordianry shot! Congratulations on your win!!! :o)
Helvi

Comment from 4 I AM
I'm back Willie, and so are you with another beaut.
I like to view before seeing title and bio. What came to my mind right away was: "Hope I Calculated Right for the Stump!"
Great composition, I suspect some cropping.
Good coloring.
good clarity. 4 I AM

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from Chaxl
Wow very impressive shot. The motion of the wings is very clear with no blur. Great contrast, detail, color and angle. I also enjoyed the storyline.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from taylortia
What a brilliant capture.
you must of been wrapped with this one.
perfect timing,
the blue in the swirl is awesome.
detail excellent.
what can i say i am in awe.
fantastic work. wendy.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much for a great review and high score!

Comment from JanDeAngelis
What beautiful colors. I almost thought it was painted. Great action shot. Love the blue from the reflection in the water. Very nice.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 13-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much!

Comment from cleo85
What a catch, close up and fish in beak. I try for that shot for years.
Fine colors here, excellent detail, beautiful capture of the water and the reflection and excellent depth.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 12-Oct-2011

Thank you so very uch!

Comment from GinaR
This is so wonderful. What a great capture. This heron is definatly caught in the act. There is action in this shot and beauty. Thanks for sharing this

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 12-Oct-2011

thank you so very much!

Comment from gnewman
Nice shot!!
Initial impact 5
Creativity of presentation 5
Color Harmony 5
Center of Interest 5
Technical Excellence 5
Technique 5
Story Telling Ability 5
Lighting 5

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2011

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reply by the author on 12-Oct-2011

Thank you so very much!