My second placed image makes this contest a 'birdy' one for me, and what a fine specimen this is! This apparently is a red-legged seriema, not a bird I've ever seen before, but I've spent quite some time studying this wonderfully intricate headshot. The framing is excellent, with a good use of negative space on the right.
This riot of pink activity is my winner in this New Joiners 'Animals' contest, and I love it. It's surprisingly difficult to make sense, photographically, from a crowded scene like this, but it's been ahcieved wonderfully by the photographer. I'm also a fan of the colour treatment, and the more muted and subtle approach to the colour of the flamingoes works very well. I've enjoyed judging this contest, and it's a notably strong Top 10 that I've chosen.
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Welcome to Photocrowd's 'Animals' contest for new joiners! Here’s a chance to introduce yourself and your animal photography to the community. All new joiners are invited to take part in this contest within the first 28 days of joining. It will close on 100 entries, and the winner announced after 3 days of crowd rating. Make sure you also check out our two other New joiners contests - 'Landscapes' and 'People'.