Comment from thepoetscanvas
The moment of capture is perfect. This bird reminds me of a grumpy old man(which given the temperament of Blue Jays may be most accurate). The precise gaze captured really makes this photo a work of art.

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Thank you so much!

Comment from Jodi Kay
Absolultry perfect willie! The lighting is perfect. The detail and focus are spot on. This is a magnificent contest entry! Very best of luck to you in the contest!

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so much!

Comment from nikman
It certainly is one for the books! Your full and central composition grants us a very beautiful bird portrait to enjoy. Your excellent photo projects a lovely eye gleam and feather detail. Exposure and sharpness are spot on. Excellent photo and very good luck in the competition!

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so very much! I do appreciate your time and generous score!

Comment from suzannethompson2
Excellent close up of this beautiful Bluejay, Willie, and a great entry for the contest. I love the pose you caught here. Excellent lighting and focus showing a beautifully crisp image. Great composition. Good luck in the contest. Suzanne

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so very much! I do appreciate your time and generous score!

reply by suzannethompson2 on 13-Feb-2019

You're welcome!

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Wow! This is a great looking close-up shot of the bird! . You have framed it well. The light and shadows, colours and the composition have worked out well. Good luck!

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so very much! I do appreciate your time and generous score!

Comment from Lilibug6
This is a very nice shot of the bluejays head and face=) The colors are very nice! The focus is good! Thye lighting is very nice! Great job and thanks for sharing! Lori

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so much!

reply by Lilibug6 on 12-Feb-2019

You are very welcome! Lori

Comment from Christine Rohr
Willie, This is beautiful! I am amazed at the clarity, the detail and the contrast of the jay against the background. The eye is beautiful and so is the bird's expression. This is a real winner!

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Thank you so much!

Comment from GaliaG
Excellent capture of the light reflecting on the bird eye

good focus, colors and contrast

good composition, presentation and technique

a pleasure to view, thanks for sharing

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so much!

Comment from Monica Morrell
Amazing focus. Exceptional detail. I am pleased to see such a beautiful close up image of this beautiful blue jay.
Great facial expression.
A great contest entry.
I wish you the best of luck in the voting.
This is so well framed and presented.

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Thank you so much!

Comment from supergold
a great portrait Willie and a great entry to the bird contest;
excellent lighting with sharp focus and outstanding sharp details;
nice array of grey colors;

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reply by the author on 12-Feb-2019

Thank you so much!