I like this picture and the color but a little more tension might make it better. Perhaps, if the claws on the cat were extended and somewhat shiny. This would then show how dangerous the cat's claws really are. The tension of the scene would increase. The same could go for the bird if it's claws were extended and opened. I think the immediacy of the the threat would be better communicated if the claws looked more threatening. Just an idea. I love the colors of the sky. Great work. Loved viewing it. Did that help in anyway?