Comment from some1sangel
the loner duck makes for a beautiful photograph. the color of the water is stunning against the dark figure of the duck. that you got it swimming away adds to the character of being a loner. the duck is centered nicely and the focus is sharp.

 Comment Written 20-Apr-2015

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Paula!
Well,I'm more of an 'Odd Duck' than a genuine 'loner' one but that isn't interfering any with my enjoyment of this fine looking new photo of your's!
I'm especially enjoying the 'Warm Dark' coloration! That's especially attractive!
Good Show,my friend
~Sean

 Comment Written 20-Apr-2015

Comment from St.Onge
best of luck in the contest
the colors are good
the placement is good
the depth of perception is good
my only concern is the ducks image is a little soft focus
thank you for sharing

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 20-Apr-2015

Thanks so very much!

Comment from bizzygirl
beautiful shot. Gotta love a loner duck. Otherwise a missed opportunity for focus, framing and reflection which are all good. Nicely done.

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 20-Apr-2015

Thanks so very much!!

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Visually soothing.
A great initial impact. Nice interesting subject. Excellent POV & DOF...Harmonious colors. Impressive lighting, focusing & framing.
Thanks for sharing...

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

Comment from MKFlood
Awesome capture. The clarity is great. The capture of the light is perfect. The angle of the shot of the lone duck in awesome array of color in the water is great. The image is balance and eye appealing to the viewer. Good eye and great job overall.

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

Comment from Joelgraphuchin
Initial impact: Interesting color
Creativity of presentation: red water is helpful to present the black duck as focal point
Color Harmony: eye pleasing
Center of Interest: focus on the placement of element is good
Technical Excellence: beautiful frame

Well done

 Comment Written 19-Apr-2015

Comment from Lilibug6
This is a very nice shot! I love the color and reflection on the water! The silhouette of the duck is very nice! The focus is good! Well done and good luck in the contest! Lilibug6

 Comment Written 18-Apr-2015

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
A beautiful picture of this lone duck in silhouette & it's reflection on the Estuary coloured shades of deep orange & red by the setting sun The currents of the tide coming in or out are visible on the water's surface. Artistic, simple & very beautiful composition with superb camera techniques with razor sharp focus.
Susan

 Comment Written 18-Apr-2015

Comment from jaguarXFR
A nice silhouette of the duck against the lovely colours in the water as well as the reflection of possibly the bank at the top.
A simple shot that works very well and the framing also works with the wide expanse of water and the loan duck.

David

 Comment Written 18-Apr-2015