Hi @esther,
Thanks for your thoughts.
One thing I aim for when I’m editing is to have the photo leave the editing process looking exactly as the scene looked to me in real life.
I like your point on preserving the originality of the scene. Pictures would look more “real” as opposed to “ideal.”
I’ve always had trouble composing and seeing all the distractions when I out in the field
Composition does take time. I guess wildlife photography offers limited time for photographers (e.g. split-second shots for birds that could quickly fly away). Seems to be a trade-off photographers must make…
I would just say honesty is the most important part, and everyone has their standards and what they feel comfortable with.
I agree!