Black and White Owl

Please critique..

 

 

Thnaks,

 

David

This is a nice shot. Was there a reason you went monochrome? I ask becuase the owl's pattern seems to compete with the busy background. (IMHO)

This is nicely done, David. I can't say that I agree with Stephen's comment. The shallow depth of field is excellent and provides a near 3D effect, separating it from the background, yet still showing the wooded area. I think it accentuates the natural camouflage of the owl without being obtrusive.