Deer, closely

Oh deer

There were several deer in and amongst a group of cabins. I was able to get close enough to get this shot.
Cropping can make all the difference! I cropped out the distractions and simplified the composition. Leaving space for the deer's line of sight was important to me. It adds a bit of intrigue - we want to know more and it is also calming.

Snowy Woodlands

A steady hand, a long and fast lens...and maybe some carrots were all useful to capture these kinds of images.

We were out at a cabin in the woods over the weekend and had the delight of deer company. When the snow began to fall it was absolutely magical.

My aperture was f/5.6 and shutter speed 1/100 for this one while my focal length was 300.

For this duo pair having a bit of a stare-down, I shot at f/5 and a speed of 1/125. My focal length was 150.

And finally, this snow-capped buck was shot at f/5.6 with a shutter speed of 1/100. My focal length was 300.

Anticipation

She is young. She looks out ahead and wonders what is in store for her. Pausing for a moment to consider the possibilities, she takes a deep breath and greets her future.

Using contrast in an image can be very effective to speak about the subject. Here, the towering trees show by contrast how small and young this little fawn is. Juxtaposing small and large, young and old, is a wonderful way to present your story in your photo. Choosing black and white instead of colour can also point to the contrasts found in the image.

Pair and a Spare

This pair was none too happy to have me on their tails. I'm sure they were a little nervous because they likely have eggs or wee ones nearby.

The Canada Geese are plentiful in our area. They seem to find the most interesting and unusual places to nest. I've seen them nesting right close to a busy street, in the middle of a sidewalk, perched in a planter and then of course in the more likely of places like this farmer's field.

I've caught a few glimpses of some of the goslings that have hatched but so far I haven't had my camera with me to get some shots. They sure are cute though!

It is often more interesting to take pictures of wildlife at their eye level. This may require getting down and dirty but the results are usually worth it.  Being eye level allows the viewer a different perspective. Instead of a vantage point either well below these as they fly, or above as they nest, we are with them.

Where the Deer and the Antelope Play

Photographing Wildlife

My head is in summer right now as you can tell from these couple of posts. How I would love to be outside watching these young ones as they watch me and the world around them.

The key to photographing wildlife is using a good zoom or telephoto lens. You want to be able to get as close as you can, to see their eyes...and maybe their eyelashes too. Move in as close as you are able to without scaring the wildlife away and then move in closer with your lens. Patience is a must. Wait. Watch. Follow their lead for they too are waiting and watching. If you are patient and gentle, they may allow you into their world for a moment.

Spotlight - It's a Nice Day for a Walk on Water

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