Composition - 2 things grab me about this picture right away - The framing of the bird and the nice reflection in the water that contrasts him so well. And I think even turning the contrast up a little more wouldn't hurt at all. It might make the bird stand out a little more even. The expression on the birds face is really good and I'm very fond of the way you used that in the title. Very nice job putting this composition together, including the title.
Technical - This is as well taken as I could hope for. The DOF is great as is the exposure and framing. The bird is in great focus. I might try to turn up the contrast a little more in PS to give a little more separation between the bird and the water, but really I think as is this is very well done.
Overall - Looking at your score, you got robbed. There is nothing super exciting about this picture where I'd say its in the top 10, but 5.5ish? Its a much better shot than that. I'd be more inclined to think its in the 6-6.4 range. This is really a nice shot and I have little to say about it, even as far as adding any suggestions. I really only think the thing I'd change about it the contrast thing. Aside from that I'd tell you to just leave it, it's a perfectly good pic. Nice work and I'm sorry we voting public didn't give this the recognition it deserved. Good luck and keep shooting - Bob
This one made me laugh, great expression, nice enhancing title. The water reflections are a little distracting, but the expression and the humour make me quickly forget that.
I like where you placed the bird in the frame giving his gaze plenty of room to travel. I think it would have been perfect if you could have gotten his whole body in the frame, but sometimes this is easier said than done. Good job!
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