Quite a classic image but an effective one. I like the simiplicity of this, as well as the duality of black and white. The details are very nicely sharp, and the highlights do not seem overblown at all.
So light, so soft. I can feel the breeze. A beautiful image with wonderful loose composition and the most beautiful light on the feather. I love the DOF choice throwing the backmost fringes of the feather out of focus.
definitely in my top 10 for the challenge. the delicacy of the feather creates very intricate shadows and light. black & white is absolutely the right choice here.