close iframe icon
approved icon TheOnlyMrT avatar
TheOnlyMrT
I see you
Banner

I see you



behind the lens badge
cameraCanon EOS 6D

settings Aperture f/5.6 ISO 640 Shutter 1/320 Focal Length 285/1 

locationUkraine

upload_dateFeb, 2019

Views

692

Likes

Awards

Celebrity Award
Contest Finalist in Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 20
Peer Award
johnmailmacandrew redwolf0822 Bigbarritto IuFo Skykink Svetlanaree kzini +27
Absolute Masterpiece
shukriabduljalil JayneBug mcampi JillyP ryanquinn_4536 pamrogers lorijwhitneybrice +2
Top Choice
amygilkeybowes carlavanwagoner sxsvexen carolyns Pamelabole johnsmiff marcbenson +1
Magnificent Capture
bobbytaylor71 lennyallan Lorzee Gabriele69 michellegallardocroley PamF ChrisBrendemuhl +1
Superior Skill
sallyG11 quincyfloyd Dacemac
Superb Composition
garretdavis larryollivier angelundercover
Outstanding Creativity
stefanbracke ppls6
Genius
Hood

Emotions

Impressed
Kateice sxsvexen sallyG11 markmahler calummcdonald mcampi bobbytaylor71

Top Ranks

The Animal Planet Photo ContestTop 10 rank
The Animal Planet Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Color Explorer Photo ContestTop 10 rank
Color Explorer Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Earth Day Every Day Photo ContestTop 10 rank
View more
At The Zoo Photo ContestTop 20 rank
My Best Shot Photo Contest Vol 7Top 10 rank
My Best Shot Photo Contest Vol 7Top 10 rank week 1
Winter Wildlife Photo ContestTop 20 rank
Winter Wildlife Photo ContestTop 10 rank week 1
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 20Top 10 rank
Social Exposure Photo Contest Vol 20Top 10 rank week 1
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 42Top 10 rank
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 42Top 30 rank week 2
Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 42Top 20 rank week 1

Categories

2 Comments |
carolyns
 
carolyns April 19, 2019
Beautiful capture! Stunning animal too!
TheOnlyMrT
TheOnlyMrT May 03, 2019
:-) One of my favorite animals!
sallyG11
 
sallyG11 July 07, 2019
Beautiful creature, stunning capture!
TheOnlyMrT
TheOnlyMrT July 07, 2019
Thank you, Sally! I think they are one of the most beautiful creatures on this planet!

Submitted to Photo Contests

Tags

#animal #mammal #canine #wolf #nature #canislupus
See all

Behind The Lens

Location

I took this picture at the Kyiv Zoo, which provides some great opportunities for me as a photography beginner. The Kyiv Zoo is currently undergoing some major construction and improvements, which will greatly benefit the animals living there. I really like it because it is not as crowded as other big-city-zoos around the world, especially during the week, and I can spend my entire day to play and try things out.

Time

I think this was one of the most magical moments this winter. It had snowed all night and it was a cold morning. When I got to the zoo at 09:00 I was the first and only guest and on my way to the enclosure I was making my own track in the around 30cm of new snow, which had not been cleared yet. The only other person I saw that morning was one of the cleaning staff well away and I sat in front of this beautiful creature alone with my camera for the next two hours, having enough time to communicate and exchange regular glances.

Lighting

The snow provided ample light and reflections, despite the cloud coverage and morning hours.

Equipment

I used my Canon Eos 6D, handheld, with a Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS USM lens and no other equipment.

Inspiration

I have been going to the zoo regularly to try to get a feeling for the quiet times and be able to find those moments when you can be alone with the animals. I wanted to find an angle and take a shot that is as natural as possible and could also have been taken in nature. The wolf is my favorite and most loved creature and has been since childhood. In these times, Wolves are being reintroduced and are moving themselves back into the European countryside, with much love and hate from the population. I wanted to portray the wolf as a natural member of our society of species and show the grace he embodies.

Editing

I did not do any intense post-processing, since I had taken the picture as a .jpeg and I only recently started using RAW. I adjusted the lighting and color intensity and used the haze removal tool.

In my camera bag

I carry my Canon Eos 6D, depending on what I want to work on one or several of my favorite lenses (Canon EF 28mm f/1.8 USM, Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM, Canon EF 100-400 f/4.5-5.6L IS USM, Sigma 105mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro), a Canon Extender EF 1.4X, my tripod, my cleaning equipment, two spare batteries and two spare cards. I also have a small pillow (bean-bag), a water-proof mat to lay on, two small camo nets and my rain gear. I also always carry water and food, especially if I find something unexpected on my hikes and I want to stay longer as planned.

Feedback

Regular visits helped me to understand the movements and habits of the wolf, since wolves are always on the move, even in their zoo enclosures. If they are a little bigger you can usually see the tracks they make over time and adjust your positions accordingly. Without the distractions of other guests (especially during the week, just after opening and just before closing hours) you have a much higher chance of intimate moments and shots with your subject and I usually try to catch those moments.

See more amazing photos, follow TheOnlyMrT

User photo
It’s your time to shine! ☀️

Share photos. Enter contests to win great prizes.
Earn coins, get amazing rewards. Join for free.

Already a member? Log In

By continuing, you agree to our Terms of Service, and acknowledge you've read our Privacy Policy Notice.