You stress his attitude beautifully in this image, by emphasizing his expression. I chose to abstract the same elk by shooting him as he turns away, darkening the face, and emphasizing the mood of the fog laden forest. I warm the grass with the cloudy white balance as well. (http://www.pbase.com/pnd1/image/69221193 ) Your image defines his feelings. Mine defines his domain. Once again, we each shoot the same animal within moments of each other and come away with different stories.
