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!
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.
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
The reason why the sunsets in the evening is because it wants to see the sunrise in the morning. I rise in the morning because I want to see them both. RvdB
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.