Smoke Break
by Jedusi

Comment by Lutchenko:
great capture Steve. I'm still looking for a sheep or rhino in the background though

Smoke Break
by Jedusi

Comment by rmezzo:
First impression:
B&W is perfect for this photo considering the re-enactment and the smoke creates a leading line to the mans face. Nicely done.

Suggested improvement:
I think maybe a more landscape crop could work better here. It would give some space and add a sense of distance to where the man is looking. (if that makes any sense)

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by Jedusi

Comment by njsabs:
Super detail and colors!!!

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Comment by stupidcat:
not the first with an animal - someone had a dog...but all I can say on this one is WOW! This is sooo sharp...it is beautiful!!!

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Comment by ErikV:
Excellent and dramatic owl shot, great lighting, love the color of the green background.

Thanks for being the first to enter an animal without any humans!

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Comment by LMA128:
wonderful DOF, beautiful colors also. nice shot

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Comment by Paul:
What a fabulous example - I'm currently doing very well in the 'portrait of a wild bird' but this blows mine out of the water (and over the horizon too!)

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Comment by PennyStreet:
Beautiful eyes and background. I'd love to see exif info.

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Comment by photokariangel:
JUST an Owl?? I've never seen an owl up close in my life, so this is a treat for me. :) gorgeous shot.

Smoke Break
by Jedusi

Comment by Paul:
Interesting subject, spot on composition and a nicely detailed image. For me, I think I'd perhaps like a 'touch' more contrast but that's just a matter of taste.

Might you be able to add the lens information too? I've been really looking forward to comparing different lenses and how people use them for portrait work. Many thanks.