contest winners
Viewing comments for Page 62 "Death for life "this is a book of pictures that won a contest
21 total reviews
Comment from manicowl
If you are so inclined a bit of a gruesome photograph. To me and I suppose the way of nature, superb camera work infact a little masterpiece.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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If you are so inclined a bit of a gruesome photograph. To me and I suppose the way of nature, superb camera work infact a little masterpiece.
Comment Written 05-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for a great review and high score. This bird is a bird hawk. Its main food is other birds.
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Thanks Willie.
Comment from Zilyram
Definitely excellent timing for this image and the bird looks as though he is very aware of you and standing guard over his catch. Great composition and focus.
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Definitely excellent timing for this image and the bird looks as though he is very aware of you and standing guard over his catch. Great composition and focus.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much!
Comment from Sange
Outstanding capture W! Wowzers! Superb eye clarity, exposure and razor sharp focus on both the living and the dead.
Fine crisp details, colors and placement within the frame.
Great camera techs and skill.
Bravo! Good Luck!👍👏👏
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Outstanding capture W! Wowzers! Superb eye clarity, exposure and razor sharp focus on both the living and the dead.
Fine crisp details, colors and placement within the frame.
Great camera techs and skill.
Bravo! Good Luck!👍👏👏
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 05-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for a great review and high score! I am really glad you like it!
Comment from avmurray
This is indeed an excellent entry for the contest Willie, and it must have been quite an experience to be able to capture a scene like this. I bet it isn't too many opportunities you get. The bird is really standing out well against the softened background.
Your focus is spot on and sharp showing clear and well defined details in every part of the bird and also its prey. The exposure is excellent and the colors really crisp and clear.
I think the way you have cropped this photo is working really well and the bird has got a good placement off to the left. This is indeed a well taken shot and with an excellent DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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This is indeed an excellent entry for the contest Willie, and it must have been quite an experience to be able to capture a scene like this. I bet it isn't too many opportunities you get. The bird is really standing out well against the softened background.
Your focus is spot on and sharp showing clear and well defined details in every part of the bird and also its prey. The exposure is excellent and the colors really crisp and clear.
I think the way you have cropped this photo is working really well and the bird has got a good placement off to the left. This is indeed a well taken shot and with an excellent DOF, and I wish you luck with the contest.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for such a great review! Getting a six from you is reassuring. I sure hope the judging staff like it too! Thanks again!
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It was well deserved Willie. This is really a great shot.
Comment from Michael Whitson
This rocks my friend. A very powerful expression of life and death! The details are intenst and very sharp. The look in the hawks eye tells me he is not willing to share. Great natural colors. Great positioning in the shot. Just and incredible piece and you will get my vote. thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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This rocks my friend. A very powerful expression of life and death! The details are intenst and very sharp. The look in the hawks eye tells me he is not willing to share. Great natural colors. Great positioning in the shot. Just and incredible piece and you will get my vote. thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for a great review and high score!
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Well deserved my friend.
Comment from ozzyart
Wow! Great shot! Wonderful photography, good lighting and perfect focus, especially of the head and eyes. Very well done, wish I had a six for you!
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Wow! Great shot! Wonderful photography, good lighting and perfect focus, especially of the head and eyes. Very well done, wish I had a six for you!
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much!
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You're very welcome!
Comment from Kbanich
Initial Impact:
I think we have a real contender for this contest - I also think you need to have a Your Shot account with National Geo for possible recognition in their publication as well. WOW!
Technical Elements:
Willie - your focus and depth of field could not be any better. Your use of Topaz is tasteful here and pushes the image to the boundary of a "Tradition" all around excellent photo without crossing any elements of realism in a nature shot. Your white balance is optimal and achieved natural colors and tones. I see no noise or dust.
Artistic Elements:
Yes - a perfect example of being at the right place at the right time. I personally find your crop, frame and overall presentation to be very well thought through and executed; you demonstrate (as you taught me) the effectiveness of allowing more space in front of the subjects head position in the frame.
Summary:
You have certainly raised the bar with this entry. A top of the line photo with loads of detail, story, depth and overall quality. Nice work.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Initial Impact:
I think we have a real contender for this contest - I also think you need to have a Your Shot account with National Geo for possible recognition in their publication as well. WOW!
Technical Elements:
Willie - your focus and depth of field could not be any better. Your use of Topaz is tasteful here and pushes the image to the boundary of a "Tradition" all around excellent photo without crossing any elements of realism in a nature shot. Your white balance is optimal and achieved natural colors and tones. I see no noise or dust.
Artistic Elements:
Yes - a perfect example of being at the right place at the right time. I personally find your crop, frame and overall presentation to be very well thought through and executed; you demonstrate (as you taught me) the effectiveness of allowing more space in front of the subjects head position in the frame.
Summary:
You have certainly raised the bar with this entry. A top of the line photo with loads of detail, story, depth and overall quality. Nice work.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for a great review and high score! I do wish National Geographic would use this. I hope the judging staff likes it too!
Comment from LorrainePurviance
this is very dramatic, I think it tells a great story of the cycle of nature, I love the position in the frame and the detail..great job..
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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this is very dramatic, I think it tells a great story of the cycle of nature, I love the position in the frame and the detail..great job..
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much for a good review and high score!
Comment from Regina E.H-Ariel
This is a very beautiful capture, super angle and position, excellent close up . Great timing , perfect title for this picture, your focus and exposure air spot on, you picture is clear and sharp in details , perfect in contrast and lighting , your frame is well chosen - a very powerful capture showing nature in action in addition the hunting attitude of the bird is excellent - great genuine wild life shot, thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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This is a very beautiful capture, super angle and position, excellent close up . Great timing , perfect title for this picture, your focus and exposure air spot on, you picture is clear and sharp in details , perfect in contrast and lighting , your frame is well chosen - a very powerful capture showing nature in action in addition the hunting attitude of the bird is excellent - great genuine wild life shot, thanks for sharing
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much!
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amazing shot
Comment from a.samathasena
What a great nice gorgeous lovely shot.Amazing great shot and scene.Proud look,shining clear eyes,face,decorative brown feathers,meal,green grass and all are gorgeous and great. I like this talent work and great nice scene.Focus Color and all are excellent.Great job. Well Done.Thanks.
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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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What a great nice gorgeous lovely shot.Amazing great shot and scene.Proud look,shining clear eyes,face,decorative brown feathers,meal,green grass and all are gorgeous and great. I like this talent work and great nice scene.Focus Color and all are excellent.Great job. Well Done.Thanks.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2014
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2014
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Thank you so very much!