Tom, I like the egret poses but they are awfully hard to see. I know your talent in monochrome, so I know you see what I mean. I would definitely work on the contrast, and possibly flip it horizontally.

Lillian   Posted: 06/13/2026 18:02:17

I really like the texture/feathers in the image. It is so easy to blow out the highlights in these egret shots. You have a perfect exposure. the pose is great, perfect timing when one of the birds is just ready top take off.

Personally, i do not like the overlap between the birds. I would also have a bit more space on the right to highlight the directionality of motion.   Posted: 06/15/2026 12:13:47

Nice job not blowing out the highlights. Unfortunately, the birds blend into the background because it is so busy. I agree with Lillians thoughts.   Posted: 06/15/2026 16:03:57

Thanks everyone for the inciteful comments. It gave me some ideas to work with.
  Posted: 06/17/2026 09:00:07