Hi Graham how are you?
I think Mr Sutton has summed it up admirably, why not, if it is done honestly with the intention of portraying the subject at it's best, fine. A note in the text to say that some manipulation has taken place should allay any concerns or uneasyness one may feel. And it would be for the Mods to determine wether it made it to the gallaries or not.
It would also depend on how rare the picture is for the photographer or the site. a picture of a rare bird spoilt by a branch as with the blackbird? I would certainly spend the time removing the branch.
Yes from me, but honesty and trust play a big part as does the decision of the Mods.
Anyway, a nice bit of manipulating Graham.
Geoff
Just seen the post by Twizzle. Absolutley agree
Just seen all the other posts too
Some things never change