The lighting of the brass is captivating; I'm guessing it's being reflected off something?

I really like the composition, and the use of the light

Great job matching the light from foreground to background.

great B&W! rich tones. nice detail and lighting. love the pov, too!

Very nice framing and conversion.

Sun setting on a top month mate. That branchlet with the strongly veined leaves really pops and the monochrome suits nicely.

No.

I'm afraid that's too good.

It's not allowed.

Just a fantastic image, matey

Nice framing. The highlights could probably go a little higher.

I find the facial lighting a little harsh in this one, but I very much like the link between the giant sunburst and her apparently happy expression.

This is great. What sort of bird?