Another different and arty shot! Very nice

Different - and refreshingly so! Great abstract

This is a standout image IMO! Love it

Very cool Richard and congrats on POTW!

Thanks Giulio. Thanks Andy. I agree with your cropping suggestion. As is, it's already heavily cropped and I didn't think the photo was in focus enough to handle cropping even further. Already has heavy sharpening applied. Ah, yes - looking more closely I see that now. And I guess he would not have stayed around had you tried to get closer!

Atmospheric and lovely lighting; sometimes those 5minute gaps give the best light!

Love the way you have framed him within the curved branch. A heavy crop could really accentuate this

I've given it a "like" for having the courage to post it ! ............. clever idea actually I agree - nice one!

As above - a another great shot Andrew

Nice still life - and, er, title!