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Comment from picklepea09


Wow,.. look at that close up shot. Amazing! Beautiful colors. I wouldn't want to be pecked by him! Great photo. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much! You would stay pecked!
Comment from Mitcham


This really stands out Willie.
Excellent colur and your usual fine detail.Glad you shot as you walked closer or you would have lost this. The intense concentration shown in the eye may have been to your advantage. Mitch

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!
Comment from Snappyviv


Superb - wish I could give you more! A remarkable shot. Lovely detail and great pose. He looks ready to strike. Nice light and exposure and good DOF. Colours and markings and nice and all looks very sharp. A well deserved ATB!

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!
Comment from fila4


Wow you were lucky to get so close. Is this the one that is your friend? Anyway it is a great close up of him. Well focused and composed with a great background blur. Enjoyed viewing. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much! If they hold still I call it my friend! This was one of three I saw this day.
reply by fila4 on 13-Nov-2011
    I see them alot when my husband and I go fishing on the White River but they don't hang around very long.
Comment from aunt_oma


I gave you six stars primarily because you accomplished a nearly impossible feat getting this close> And I know, I'VE TRIED! Additionally, your initial impact is great and you have good creativity of presentation. The color harmony is beautiful and there is a clear center of interest. The focus is sharp. Good job!

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much for a great review and high score!
Comment from Shakeadog


terrific close up willie
perfect lighting
perfect angle and focus
i like the sharp beak
well framed
very good composition
excellent shot

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!
Comment from ImJLAD


Great close-up here.
Love the perspective and the framing. A nice change to the everyday. Good detail and color. Lighting turned out in your favor quite nicely.
Some storytelling ability.
Nice DOF - Artist notes and capture mehods shared.

 Comment Written 13-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!
Comment from shiloh106


hahah he was trying to outlast you so he would not lose his favorite seat! Love the curves in his neck. Great close-up shot. Crisp and clear. Nice color tones and lighting.

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 13-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!
Comment from dodgement


It looks a little dark, The problem is if you lighten it the white may blow on his head. Great focus and framing.

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 12-Nov-2011
    thank you so very much!
Comment from Robin L.


Great shot! It is very clear, and I really like his shape inside the frame. I love the soft background, nothing distracting, really allows him to pop right out! Glad he let you get so close :)

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2011


reply by the author on 12-Nov-2011
    Thank you so very much!