Comment from Shadow catcher
Beautifully captured portrait of this shepherd,love the angle of her pose,looking upward with the catchlight in her eye.Coloration is wonderful,background non distracting,excellent focus.This is such a superb entry for the contest,wish you all the best! :) LeeAnn

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2019

Thanks so much LeeAnn=) I am so glad you like it! Have a great weekend=) Lori

Comment from michiganmike
A superb shot that shows the attentiveness of the dog very well. I like the way he is looking off camera and the brilliant sparkle in his eye. A very fine pose with great colors. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2019

Thank you very much Mike! Have a wonderful day! Lori

Comment from KristiV
Great photo of this beautiful dog. I like the sunrays above it's head. I like the side angle you chose to shoot at. The background is very nice also and doesn't distract from the dog. Thanks for sharing!

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 03-Jan-2019

Thanks so much for the very nice review! Have a great day=) Lori

Comment from Stringbean
A good entry into the Dog and Cat Photo Contest. Your central composition is engaging. Nice how Athena is looking up and that beautiful capture of the eye. Your play with light and shadows has captured her individual character. Love the light behind her and your good camera skills handling this gorgeous portrait. Background is stunning with the lush greenery and light behind her face. Outstanding work and thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 02-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 02-Jan-2019

Thank you so much for the awesome review and very generous 6 star rating! I really appreciate it! Have a wonderful day! Lori

reply by Stringbean on 03-Jan-2019

You are more than welcome Lori!
Mary Lynn

Comment from supergold
a wonderful portrait Lori of this German Shepherd posing so nicely for you; excellent framing from a low level against a bright light source;
nice natural colors with sharp details;

 Comment Written 02-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 02-Jan-2019

Thanks so much Fred for the very kind review! Have a great day! Lori

Comment from Envision
Athena is super gorgeous!! I really like the close view of her face. Such bright eyes and she looks very alert eager for adventure :) The filters you used have made the background very attractive and the depth is emphasized nicely too.

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 02-Jan-2019

Thank you so much for the very nice review! Have a wonderful day=) Lori

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Lori!
And Happy New Year!
Athena's a fine looking canine,my friend,and your beautifully focused and well-presented portrait photograph of her looks Great! : )
~Sean

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 02-Jan-2019

Thanks so much again my friend! Lori

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Fierce facial reaction!
Excellent pet portrait.

Dramatic Image.

Sharply focused.
Subtly lit.
Compact framing.
A tall format would have provided more space on top but I doubt if the same effect would be achieved...

Cinematic capture!

Thanks!

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2019

Thanks so much once again my friend! Have a great day! I am off to get some sleep=) Lori

Comment from Sange
Sweet close up head shot of your gorgeous Shepherd Lori!
Nice Teeth! Yes we always look at teeth first!
Sharp focus, fine eye clarity, great exposure with crisp details.
Good luck!
;)

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2019

Thanks so much Sandra=) Happy New Year=) Lori

reply by Sange on 01-Jan-2019

A healthy one filled with joy to you and your growing family Lori!

Comment from alaskapat
Athena is gorgeous! German Shepherds are my favorite breed! I love this beautiful pose allowing a side view of her alert face! This is of course, well focused, the image is clear, exposure is well managed, her colors and tones are natural, I like the background too! Well composed and presented! Best wishes to you in the contest! Happy New Year!

 Comment Written 01-Jan-2019

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reply by the author on 01-Jan-2019

Thanks so much Pat=) Happy New Year to you and your family as well! Lori