Lulu
Meet the young maestra of Amboseli, a playful elephantine dancer pirouetting on the earth's salted canvas. Ears out, she orchestrates a dance, leading her ...
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Meet the young maestra of Amboseli, a playful elephantine dancer pirouetting on the earth's salted canvas. Ears out, she orchestrates a dance, leading her family on a mesmerizing journey to the swamp lands. Every step echoes the rhythm of nature, a graceful ballet in the heart of the wild.
Amidst the challenges of the savanna, their tight-knit unit embodies resilience, and the volcanic ash and salt canvas mirrors the stars as she creates fleeting patterns, propelled by grace. Journeying through dangers, the family shields each other. Upon reaching the lush swamp lands, the elephant revels in cool mud, laughter echoing. Her dance is a celebration of life's beauty and resilience, a testament to the enduring power of family in nature's embrace.
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Amidst the challenges of the savanna, their tight-knit unit embodies resilience, and the volcanic ash and salt canvas mirrors the stars as she creates fleeting patterns, propelled by grace. Journeying through dangers, the family shields each other. Upon reaching the lush swamp lands, the elephant revels in cool mud, laughter echoing. Her dance is a celebration of life's beauty and resilience, a testament to the enduring power of family in nature's embrace.
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Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Aperture 10/1 ISO 200 Shutter 1/400 Focal Length 20/1 
Amboseli, Rift Valley, KE
Oct, 2023Views
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Awards
Contender in the Photography Awards
Contest Finalist in Wildlife Love Photo Contest
an all-inclusive Singita Safari photography trip to Tanzania plus month long gallery exposure! ($25,000 value)
Action Award
Chatter Award
Contest Finalist in The Neil Dankoff Photography Competition
Peer Award
Absolute Masterpiece
Top Choice
Superb Composition
Outstanding Creativity
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nathaliemedeiros
October 27, 2023
Magnificent capture.Amazing animals.If i look real close it seem that he is looking at me.Thank you very Much for sharing with us.Regards. Nat :0)
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ReverenceStills
November 19, 2023
Pachyderms on patrol! Hup, 2, 3, 4, keep it UP 2, 3, 4! Green with envy! It’s been many years since I had the privilege to be close to these beautiful souls. I hope your camera fared well, if not, well worth the shot, lol!
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kimberlybaldridge
November 27, 2023
One of my most beloved animals in the world. Lets pray we don't lose them forever. And what a wonderful picture of them!
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natalieferguson
November 28, 2023
Wow, amazing photo. Congratulations on winning. ENJOY your adventure.
Rmay1
December 03, 2023
Congratulations on your win in the Neil Dankoff contest. Very well deserved, preserving a moment in Lulus' precious life, forever.😊
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Location
This photo was taken at Amboseli, a land renowned for its captivating spectacle of merry elephants.Time
At 4 AM, I wake to the anticipation of an extraordinary day. The destination: a dry lake bed. Armed with my camera, I prepare to capture the enchanting moment when elephants descend from the hills, weaving through the dry lake bed. A sunrise adventure with giants unfolds, and I'm ready to seize the magic.Lighting
I believe that natural light is optimal, especially during sunrise or sunset when the sun is not at its peak.Equipment
This was shot on a Canon 5D Mark III and a shutter with a Vello Wireless ShutterBoss 4.0 Remote Timer and Trigger.Inspiration
These iconic elephants of Amboseli invite us to marvel at the intricate beauty of these gentle giants, revealing a world where the arid earth transforms into a stage for nature’s extraordinary waltz.Editing
I kept my post-processing simple and natural, preserving the inherent beauty of the elephants' skin and their graceful strides. The clouds formed a perfect backdrop, requiring no edits.In my camera bag
When I embark on a journey to Africa, my bag is equipped with duplicates of everything. I carry two Canon R3 cameras, a ground camera, multiple GoPros, and an abundance of batteries, cords, and chargers to ensure I'm well-prepared for every photographic opportunity.Feedback
Capturing images at low altitudes presents its challenges. Not only do I strive to anticipate the animals' behavior, but I also contend with various weather obstacles such as heat, cold, wind, and thick clouds of dust. Achieving that perfect shot can sometimes demand an entire day's dedication. I consistently wake up early to establish my position before the animals appear, and this often involves a considerable amount of waiting. To achieve an angle like this, I either position a camera in a cage on the ground or hide under the car with a telephoto lens to capture the unique perspective of ground-level photography.
