I really like the way you reworked this photograph. It's nearly undetectable on the thumbnail - I was surprised when I clicked on it to see such a strange texture to the image. Well done, keep it up...

Yes I do like this...it does look good. As userone said...it doesn't appear on the thumbnail so it did catch my surprise but yes, I do like it.

He is magnificent, Paul.. Love what you have done..

What a truly royal photo! Yes I like the way you've rendered this photo....I dont always like computer made things...but this is lovely. It look as tho you have painted it yourself. I like it very very much...you? a novice? I cant imagine at what you could possibly be one at my dear friend!...I can see why this is your favorite...verena

Wonderful work. I love the effect. It looks great on my desktop :)

That was a surprise ! It doesn't show up on the thumbnail at all. But the majesty of this great animal still comes thru ! A great effect, very nicely done. Well earned high marks, to be sure. : )
Lauren

Beautiful work... must see at full view to see the effect... very stunning image... love it.. well done Paul...

Beautifully done Paul. Bravo. The original image is fabulous.

This is great, Paul! I gave this a 10 in the random voting. I thought it was an actual painting when I first saw it. Excellent!!!...=)

Excellent use of technique.
I love the effect.

Very nice visual effect when in full size. Gosh, I have just realized how much time you devote to the photography, photo editing... It must be a full time passion. I am impressed.

Very nice. I like the softening of the mane. This beautiful shot with it's simple color range and black background lent itself well to this effect

Sweet :)

wow! he certainly looks majestic! lovely picture.