[petrochemist]

I'm very familiar with that issue at events! Generally having another exhibit in shot isn't too bad as long as it's compatible, but all too often this isn't the case anyway. Members of the public especially when using modern tech (like phones) do completely ruin the atmosphere & finding a good POV without them is certainly tricky. If there are better shots of the owl around I don't think I've seen them. From my point of view the only thing keeping yours from perfection is the fence in the background. I like both shots TFS!