A Youngster's Dreams (enlarge)

Image of this young horse was taken at my son's home. Fortunately

he has neighbors that have a few young horses that were eager to

be seen and seemed to enjoy our 'conversations'. This composition

is entered under Digital Alterations. Your visits, comments, and/or

advice is always welcome. Many thanks, Gail:)

Gail, Very simply one of your best in my opinion. The eye and its reflection, the colors and detail and the distant horse in the background are the winning elements in making this a joy to behold.

Best Always,  Holger

Gail,

I agree with Holger...this is one of your best shots and one of my favorites.  Well focused, tack-sharp, nice b/g, excellent tones, etc...There is a lot to like about this one.  BRAVO!

Many thanks for your encouraging input. It truly is wonderful to hear. So good to hear that you have enjoyed this composition. I really appreciate you taking the time to let me know what you think.

with sincere appreciation, Gail

It is so nice to hear such encouraging words Bill. Thank you so much for taking the time to let me know how you feel about this composition - I always value what you think. :) Gail

Thanks so much Tamara. Glad you enjoyed this one. I hope you have a good weekend too - we are to have 'lots and lots of rain.....too much I hear!!!'

I like the harmony of colors. The warm background compliments the brown texture of the foreground animal, while the pink strap perfectly compliments and balances the rest of the scene.

Nicely composed montage ! The edge between horse and background is a tad soft . If you used a a mask a harder brush might have been better . I may be completely wrong , just typing my thoughts ! I do like the background though ! Bill

Hi Gail,

  Beautiful image with wonderful details & background.  Take care, Patsy

A lovely almost tangible image, it feels like you could reach out and touch him.  I like the dewy eyed dream like quality of the of the image, it has a great deal of character! 

Compliments & Best Regards 

Alf 

A really beautiful result, Gail!

Excellent work. Bravo!

Great closeup portrait of beautiful tones, and line (in other words, a horse). Great crop. Those background trees that you put in there are perfect. Bravo.

Hi Gail,  I agree.  This is a winner.  You have captured fine detail and have created a real gem.  Happy summer. Larry

Thank you so much for your visits. I do appreciate your thoughts expressed. Where I have the trees and the hose and fence line - the light was so bright that - that area of the photo was so blown. I like the gentle nature of his eyes and didn't want to toss the shot. Thanks so much for your encouragement.

thank you for that encouraging comment. It is always pleasing to know that someone enjoys the image and they 'connect' with it.

Kind regards, Gail

Thanks Alf. I do appreciate your thoughts shared. I was quite close to the horse. He was only a few feet away. Such a beautiful boy.

I think I need more practise with the harder brushes. The sun had blown out the area beyond the horse's face, the hair of the horse where you see it lighter did not have a definite 'end point' - it was much lighter as well. I did not succeed with the harder brush but will try again. Many thanks for the suggestion!

Dear Gail,  your work is absolutely fantastic. This is awesome :)

Warmest regards,

LuDa

I love the colors and textures and what beautiful eyes!

Thank you so much for those kind words!! I have been enjoying working on my horse images.

I am late responding, my apologies. I am glad to hear you found merit in this composition. I was quite close to him - the fence was in the way, but he was not afraid of me which was good.

hi Luisa :) so glad you enjoyed this one!! I hope you have been enjoying your vacation. You are doing beautiful and very skillful work!!