2 pics for C&C Elk and Bison

[rmagers]

Both of these were taken from a vehicle and between 4:00 and 5:00 in the afternoon. I'll be going back when I can take more time so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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[baturn]

Unless you're in a zoo, critters are where and when you find them. BZ (also known as Well Done)!

 

[WesternGuy]

Nice captures - what gear did you use(?)...not to much you can do with these as with all animals in the wild, you take what you can get where and when you can get it. If you are getting into "wildlife" photography, you might think about just sitting where you can observe the animals and watch. I find that after about 30 minutes or so, most animals get used to you, particularly if you are in a "national park" of some sort. When they stop staring at you and go back to their "business" you can often get good candid shots. One thing about shooting wildlife is that you need to make sure that the eyes are in focus and, if possible, try and get a "catchlight" in the eye. Depending on the distance between you and the animals and their tolerance for people, maybe get out of the car.

Cheers,

WesternGuy

 

[rmagers]

These were taken at a local drive through zoo here in Omaha and was I was about 20 yards away. They were taken with a Pentax K-x and a 50-200 f4-5.6 lens. I was trying catch the light in their eyes but it just wasn't there at the angle I had. I wasn't sure what to expect and only allowed for a couple hours this time. Next time I will plan on the whole day a hope to get more and netter images.

Thanks for the replies.