PJ, Wow what a terrific job you did. The difference is like night and day. Get it, night and day. lol. I saved both and went back and forth between them and its amazing. That is a beautiful bird and it really stands out against the dark background. Wonderful job. Terry
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You did a great job here PJ! This is one of the hardest things to do, especially with birds as there are so many tiny little feathers in the outline! well done!
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When I try to put this in my favorites it takes me to the original image, which I'm glad to see. This is one stunning rework, my dear! It makes this really amazing shot even more so! Great job.
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Excellent rework PJ! With such a beautiful bird I wouldnt notice the background much anyhow, but this is a superb job of eliminating it! There's that talent thing again I'm always seeing in your stuff! lol C):-)
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~ WOW PJ! I'm with Charlie...I lose patience too quick for that kind of work, great re-work!!! Plus thanks to Randy and his shot for such a fine pose on the bird to begin with.
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