Comment from fila4
My soul is stirred. Absolutely love it. Great colors. Very well composed. A pleasure to view and with great impact. Simply beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, fila, for taking the time to lend your insights into the impressions of this Nature image. Your commentary, honor of your high rating and insights are both appreciated and valued. Kindest Regards. Lisa

Comment from cabobrian
A very nice piece of work. I like the positioning of the swan in the frame leaving lots of breathing room. Focus is sharp and details clear and crisp. That is a fascinating shade of blue in the water. This is a great composition.

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, cabobrian!! Your feedback is appreciated. Kindest Regards. Lisa

Comment from louisemorgan1
what a beautiful and serene image,technically perfect.Colours in the shot harmonising beautifully-composition perfect.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, louisemorgan!! Your feedback is truly appreciated Kindest Regards. Lisa

Comment from G.P.Photography
This is just another gorgeous shot of a swan. I have never seen a black swan ,they are so wonderful. The ripples in the water and the reflection are nice. The red beak against the blue water also nice. Just an excellent shot!!

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, GP! Your insights, rating and commentary are always truly appreciated. All my best. Lisa

Comment from avmurray
This is so beautiful. The black swan is a rare bird to see. I think I have only seen one before, and that was on the Broads in England. Your photo has really a strong initial impact.

Your focus is nice and sharp showing lovely details in the swan. Your use of light is just excellent and you have handled the black really well. Something very difficult. The blue water is awesome and the swan is really standing out against it. The ripples forming rings in the water takes a big part in the good impression of this shot.

I like how you have kept the swan's head as a center of interest and how well it is placed within the frame. A very creative and bold way to present this lovely bird.

I think this is a great shot with an unusual and original composition. Well done.

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, avmurray, for this indepth and thorough review and feedback! Your insights are truly appreciated and valued. Kindest Regards. Lisa

Comment from heedamarie
You do black beauty,you do. Absolutely stunning, the arc of the neck, the eyes the brilliant beak into a lovely shade of blue and dreamy swirls. If I had a six to give it would be yours. Lovely

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you!!

Comment from filly421
I think I've reviewed one of yours like this before, but if I remember correctly, this one has more clarity, and you can really see the details well. Like the texture of her feathers, the solid red of her beak and eye(!), the ripples and color of the water, the curve of the neck.
Good composition and exposure. Nice picture.

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, Filly!! Yes, the other image of this black swan had his head above the water with droplets moving down toward the ripples. I can't get enough of this beauty. Glad this caught your eye. Your feedback is truly appreciated. Lisa

Comment from jbravo46
If I had them this would get 6 stars. Gtreat comp with the neck as sort of leading line. great exposure and focus too.

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reply by the author on 06-Jan-2012

:) Thank you, jbravo, as always!! Kindest Regards. Lisa