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I found this bear in a big blackberry patch.

I found this bear in a big blackberry patch.
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cameraCanon EOS REBEL T3

settings Aperture f/4.0 ISO 100 Shutter 1/60 Focal Length 300/1 

upload_dateFeb, 2015

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8 Comments |
p_eileenbaltz Platinum
 
p_eileenbaltz April 05, 2017
Beautiful work! Congratulations on your Challenge Win.
eelcovanroden PRO+
 
eelcovanroden April 05, 2017
Congratulations on your great Challenge Win!
jamiesarkett
 
jamiesarkett April 05, 2017
Congrats - great shot
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Niqueki April 05, 2017
Join the conversation. Add a comment or even better, a critique. Let's get better together!
Niqueki Platinum
 
Niqueki April 05, 2017
what a beauty
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barbarabrock April 05, 2017
omg...that eye!
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Byronfairphotography May 27, 2018
what a cool capture.
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vickiehwright December 27, 2018
Congratulations on your challenge award. An absolute astounding photo!, Amazing!!

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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken in the Smokey Mountains National Park. This bear was in a black berry patch and was not very concerned that I was there, however I don't think that he was going to share any of the berries.

Time

This was taken in the late afternoon. There was still plenty of light and a very clear day.

Lighting

There was really no problem with lighting. I just metered on the bear and adjusted when he went into shadows or bright light.

Equipment

This was taken with a Canon 7D with a 70-200 lens. I used an Oben tri-pod. No flash was used.

Inspiration

I live close to the Smokey Mountains, and love to take photos there. Wildlife photos are my favorite, but I have also taken weddings, family, engagement photos and such. If you take wedding photos, don't stop taking pictures of the bride to take a deer photo. Not a very good idea. Bears are my favorite subject, they seem to be curious about what you are doing. This one only gazed at me every once in while and I don't think that he would have cared if I had joined him, but I didn't.

Editing

Used very little post processing with light room.

In my camera bag

I have a Canon 7D that I use all the time and a T-3 that I have had for a long time. I have a 85mm, 100 2.8, 70-200 2.8, 300 f4, and a 150-600mm Sigma lens. I always carry a flash and reflectors.

Feedback

Wildlife photos are very fun to take, but not always safe. If wildlife don't want you intruding into their territory, it is best to go find a more cooperative subject. I've never had a bear attack me but I have had birds to do so. Treat all wildlife with respect and remember that you are the intruder and they decide whether or not you are welcome.

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