Wwwwonderful play with the DoF! ;-)

I love owls and these 2 sure have beautiful Sweet heart faces and the markings are amazing. Grogeous capture Paul.

What a face... so pensive and studying... and exceptionally well-focused. I particularly like the cropping with the out-of-focus doppleganger in the background, almost like a mirror image. I get the sense the owl in the rear is watching the one in front rather than the viewer, waiting for it's cue to come forward and come into focus, as though it's safely hiding as long as we can't clearly see it. Perfect positioning, Paul. I'm saving this one for a good friend who loves birds on her computer wallpaper. And for me as well. Thanks for the submission.

-Nikoneer

All i can say is " wow " what a nice shot... you captured it....Good job...

Pretty much a perfect shot, DOF is right on, clearity an colors as well, Great work Paul

the clarity is absolutely stunning, as is the detail.
Wonderful framing as well. Great one for a wallpaper.
Thanks for sharing!

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I like how you got the owls positioned. Great detail and clarity on the owl. Very nicely done.

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terrific shot. love the soft owl in the back.

Oh..Such a superb closeup of this beautiful owl!! Excellent in colour and details. I feel that I can reach out and touch his soft beautifully coloured feathers! I also love the dof you achieved with the owl in the background ...like a mirror image! It just doesn't get any better than this! Thank you for sharing your talents with us :) Saved & faved.

Nice presentation...Thanks for sharing...

Pracht vogels.. genieten! Mich

So Beautiful owl..Superb details and a Fantastic shot Paul.

What another truly outstanding photo your talent is getting better with each photo.
The out off focus bird realy makes this picture and the detail in the lead bird spot on.
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Fav'd instantly! This is wonderful - a truly brilliant capture of this incredible bird. I love the faded owl in the back ground too and the clarity of the one in the foreground. Well done and thanks for sharing!
Ann

Super duper, Paul. I don't expect any less.

Good job. Well put together.

Awesome image!

Keep-pah!

Excellent work. Have to agree with everyone else, the DOF makes it just right.

Wow Paul. This is just magnificent work!!!