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Jig Jag
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Jaguar at the St. Louis Zoo. Taken during the Caedes get-together there. This will be my entry for the current contest - thanks Randy for the suggestion!

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::PatAndre
05/26/10 5:09 AM GMT
Oh, a beauty. But, I thought these were leopards? They are Jaguars? Beautiful. Great close up.
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.Shewolfe
05/26/10 8:17 AM GMT
What a gorgeous cat.
I think I'd prefer this shot without the border though, just my taste but I think it detracts something from the wonderful kitty shot.
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::Hottrockin
05/26/10 9:02 AM GMT
Oh my, now that is just dandy!! The markings are so interesting!! Good luck in the contest!!
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Why do the pictures come out square when the lens is round??
::corngrowth
05/26/10 10:08 AM GMT
Perfect entry for the contest Hilda. Beats everything (even my own contribution) up till now.
Good Luck!
Regards, Cornelius.
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.kindred_spirit
05/26/10 11:55 AM GMT
This is truly beautful. Well cropped post production. Congrats in advance.
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::luckyshot
05/26/10 12:05 AM GMT
Hilda - This looks like a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle that would take days to assemble. A beautiful entry for the contest!! Thad
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::rozem061
05/26/10 2:11 PM GMT
Fantastic entry for the contest,a winner !
love it !
Good luck, Hilda !
John
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::sharonva
05/26/10 3:12 PM GMT
Maximizes the essence of "Jaguar"! Good luck!
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::verenabloo
05/26/10 8:17 PM GMT
So, is it a Jaguar or a Leopard? I agree with the border, would be a bit more 'au natural' without it IMHO...Beautiful pattern. Verena
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.Joanie
05/26/10 11:12 PM GMT
Wow Hilda, this is gorgeous!!! A spectacular shot and perfect for the contest. I wish you luck!
Joanie
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::billyoneshot
05/27/10 7:42 AM GMT
croped and framed beautifully. Faved.
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Billy
::tigger3
05/27/10 11:01 PM GMT
Beautiful close up of this gorgeous big cat. Good luck in the contest Hilda. ♪ ♫ :)Sandi♪ =^..^=

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::Jimbobedsel
05/29/10 1:27 PM GMT
This is very eye catching, and a super entry for the contest. Outstanding shot.
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::sasraku
05/29/10 9:02 PM GMT
WOW, that is some photo my friend, well done.
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::colocolor
06/06/10 1:02 AM GMT
Great entry. Congratulations on being third. Tough call for the judges I'm sure. Love the composition. Lighting and exposure are excellent. anne =D
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Critiquing art of any kind is utterly subjective. When I vote on your images, I look at several things. First, my initial gut reaction. Then, is it straight (if it should be); is the color correct or if intentionally saturated or desaturated, was it done properly and does it enhance the image; composition - if you intended a bulls-eye, unless it's an outstanding image that is really served by centering the subject, it'll get dinged; is the horizon dead center - again, unless there's an obvious reason that makes it a better photo, no points; is the subject interesting and uncluttered; is the image sharp; is the depth of field right for this composition, is there a catchlight in the creature's eye; would I hang this on my wall; is it an image I'd be proud to display; is it artistic or just a snapshot; does it move me; is there a message conveyed; is it documentary in nature and if so, does it tell the story in such a way it makes me want more. When I critique a photo in your gallery, I'm only suggesting what my subjective nature prefers. No need to defend your position if you like your image the way it is. If you give me constructive criticism on my pieces, I guarantee you I will take them to heart. I love to improve! Bring it on Caedians! Love, anne =D
.Joanie
06/06/10 1:23 AM GMT
Congrats Hilda! I knew it was a sure winner! So happy for you girl.
Joanie
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::verenabloo
06/06/10 4:51 AM GMT
Congrats on being one of the winners of the patterns contest. Nothng like the spots on these kitties! Verena
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::twinkel
06/06/10 8:18 AM GMT
Congratulations :o)
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.rvdb
06/06/10 4:20 PM GMT
Congratulations with Jig Jag wonderful picture.

Rob
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::luckyshot
06/06/10 6:58 PM GMT
Hilda - Congratulations on your third place finish in the contest. It is a beautiful photo. Thad
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::Mythmaker
06/06/10 8:25 PM GMT
Hi Hilda, congrats on a great photo, the cropping/comp is genius. Likewise congrats on your competition placing, I think this one must have been a bit of a "roll of the dice", if the wind blew differently on the day we'd be in different positions.
Mikel.
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.icedancer
06/09/10 9:42 PM GMT
WOW WOW Hilda, fantastic capture and presentation. Boy this is so gorgeous and love the close up. Putting this into my favs.
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.koca
07/01/10 10:01 AM GMT
Nice and impressive picture.
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.StarLite
04/10/11 2:48 PM GMT
Georgians tiger! I admit though that I would have liked it even better if the border was pure black..
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