This photograph demonstrates a perfect composition and great capture of light, detail and character.

I really like how the shallow depth of field blurs the trees in the background and abstracts the yellow and green tones. It also pushes forward the important details, such as the Peacock's head and feathers, making them stand out. The background is pleasant to look at, but does not distract from the bird; the main focus of the image.

This photograph shows good use of the square crop format. The bar of the fence is powerful, as it divides the image into two parts. Its diagonal angle also draws the viewers eyes into the center. The image is very dynamic, even though it focuses on a static character. This is because the angles of the fence, tree branches and Peacock's feathers stretch out from the image in different directions. All the angles meet the bird in the center and also stretch out towards the edges of the image, connecting the bird with its surroundings.

The way the Peacock is possitioned is perfect because its head is central and immediatly grabs attention, its body crosses the divide created by the fence, which pulls the two sides together. By photographing from behind and including the head, the photographer has managed to capture all the vital details of the face and feathers.

The lighting is great, the top left being brightest and the bottom right darkest. Some of the other lighting on the feathers and fence seems a bit irratic, but this is most likely due to the dappled light from the trees, and takes away very little from the photos overall impact.

This photograph is bright, powerful and interesting. The only criteria that would need any development is the concept and message that the photograph sends to its audience. What does the photographer want us to think about this bird?

I feel that this is a great image visually that has strong impact with its detail and colours, and I hope to see more from the photographer in the future.