3/30/2004 4:51:16 AM

Wonderful image!!

3/30/2004 5:15:10 AM

I guess he wasn't quite ready for his close-up...Still checking out his appearance!

3/30/2004 5:29:03 AM

Wonderful capture, Marie!!!

3/30/2004 5:31:32 AM

very nice...the reflection is a great addtion

3/30/2004 5:36:20 AM

Thanks so much, Kasia, Sharon, Carolyn, Colette, and Cathy for your comments! Carolyn, your're right, LOL, but when he did get ready he was off too quickly - so no close up this time.

Cathy, I agree that the reflection was a nice bonus but I didn't add it. The photo is just as it was taken except for the texture.

Marie

3/30/2004 5:50:20 AM

This is another terrific photo, Marie. Looks like TRP@TRT,E… has struck again. The reflection is a very intergral part of this and you should absolutely take full credit for it. Remember, they never say "How" they jsut always say "How terrific…" Extremely well done, Marie - Allan

3/30/2004 6:04:19 AM

Marie - the point is you didn't crop the reflection out so it's yours! Like your effects on this lovely shot...

3/30/2004 6:18:31 AM

Thanks so much, Allan, and Bonnie! Your comments are greatly appreciated!

Marie

3/30/2004 6:40:59 AM

Marie this is just beautiful!!!!! Great job!!

3/30/2004 6:44:20 AM

Wonderful image and effects, Marie!

3/30/2004 6:56:15 AM

Nice image Marie! The catch on the swan looking into that wonderful relfection is fantastic! Would love to see this without the texture too!

3/30/2004 6:57:45 AM

	Swan Reflection © Marie Fields Nikon N80/F80 SLR ...

Marie

3/30/2004 7:25:15 AM

Hey, it worked! so which do you like better?

Marie

3/30/2004 7:28:31 AM

I like them both, but I love the textured one. It just adds a little zip. I love this shot...really looks like he's studying his reflection. Nice lighting, great composition. Excellent shot:-)

3/30/2004 11:17:40 AM

Great capture, and I agree with Jan that the texture does add to this. Nice work!

3/30/2004 12:57:12 PM

Thanks so much, Jan, and Susan! Your comments and opinions are appreciated very much!

Marie

3/30/2004 1:04:08 PM

Hi Marie! A Nice One You Caught Here The Textured Version Is My Choice! I Like The Swans Reaction To Its Reflection! It Can See Its Not An Addition! Great Timing!!

3/30/2004 4:19:35 PM

I love the way you capture her here. I too think the reflection and stare make this. Great use of effects as well.

3/30/2004 6:39:58 PM

Great image Marie. I like the image you added the texture to better!

3/30/2004 7:42:36 PM

Marie-I really love the effect used here and the colors and reflection are wonderful. As you can tell from my portfolio I enjoy the animal world myself.

4/2/2004 3:41:41 AM

Marie, I love them both, but I think I prefer the textured one. Again, very well done, my dear friend - Allan

4/2/2004 3:57:03 AM

Congratulations, Marie!

4/12/2004 6:50:36 AM

Way to go Marie

4/12/2004 7:02:02 AM

Marie, I told you this was terrific. Congratulations on this finalist selection, and good luck to you on the next leg of the journey - your dear friend, Allan

4/12/2004 7:35:37 AM

Congrats Marie!

4/12/2004 7:58:31 AM

Way to go Marie.

4/12/2004 9:17:31 AM

Congrats, Marie!!

4/12/2004 12:35:08 PM

Congrats!...great shot

4/12/2004 1:22:25 PM

Well Done. Congratulations!

4/12/2004 3:08:44 PM

Many congrats Marie, this is beautiful!

4/12/2004 3:33:29 PM

Great Job Marie!!Congrats!

4/12/2004 3:53:45 PM

Beautiful shot, Marie! Congratulations!

4/12/2004 4:43:51 PM

Correct me if I'm wrong.... but I'm counting 6 finalists from you for March! Way to go! I'm going to be different here; I think I prefer the un-textured one. In either version, though, this images deserves this honour! Congratulations!

4/12/2004 10:10:10 PM

Great shot, Marie - well done!
Congrats and best of luck in the finals!

Best regards
Linnea

4/13/2004 1:07:39 AM

Looks like the judges liked the textured effect too:-) Great job, Marie! Congrats!!!

4/14/2004 6:14:41 AM