Comment from booklotto
Now this is something you have to look at a long time, from top to bottom. Dang the detailed feather are crisp. Love the posing here, such drama! Gorgeous bird. So lovely to see what you do next. Love that twisted neck! Brilliant looking.

 Comment Written 15-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018

wow, Joanie!! You honor me so much... with your sixes and all the pumps for my flamingo... what am I going to do with you!! :

thanks so much!!

Comment from Envision
Your effects give this guy interesting looking texture and the color of his lore is so nicely accentuated. It's a beautiful shade of blue. I like the stance too, there is something very regal yet casual about it. Lol!

 Comment Written 15-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018

thanks Grace... when I downloaded this one to work in lightroom, I noticed it was not up to speed in terms of clarity. So I had to salvage it somehow. Thanks for your encouraging review :)

Comment from Linda Wetzel
The posture of this bird is so interesting. I love how flexible the neck is. The techniques you used create a very painterly effect and the blue bill is just beautiful. Your work is always so perfect and I always love to see the new posts from you and Sange.

 Comment Written 15-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018

thanks so much Linda.. what a compliment to group me with Sange... I learn everything from her... she is quite the teacher :)

Comment from Photopeb
Excellent shot Eileen. I really like the strong details. Great sharp focus and a very thoughtful composition. Great colors and tones. Outstanding lighting and exposure. Wonderful visual and initial impact. Great technique and high technical excellence. Pleasure to view.

Congrats!

 Comment Written 15-Apr-2018

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reply by the author on 16-Apr-2018

thanks so much!