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Wyoming Mustangs. These mustangs roam wild in parts of the southwest Wyoming.

Wyoming Mustangs. These mustangs roam wild in parts of the southwest Wyoming.
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Canon EOS 5D Mark II

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Aperture f/7.1 ISO 320 Shutter 1/200

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Mar, 2013

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Behind The Lens

Location

This photo was taken in the south west desert area of Wyoming.

Time

I had a lazy winter morning to myself so I got up early and trekked out early to a location these animals are known to roam. This photo was taken about an hour and a half after sunrise.

Lighting

There was a bit of backlighting in this shot but I was blessed with a thin cloud cover and then spot metered off of the horse.

Equipment

I shot this with a Canon 7D body and Canon EF 24-105 L IS USM lens and polarizer. I did not use any other filters on the lens. It was light enough I did not need a tripod or any other stabilizing equipment.

Inspiration

I love horses so these wild horses are a favorite of mine for shooting.

Editing

I didn't do too much to this shot. I simply sharpened a bit and layered a black and white conversion in light room.

In my camera bag

The 24-105mm is my workhorse lens, I shoot at least 90% of my photography with this lens.

Feedback

Shooting wildlife in this area of the state is generally easy to do as it is a desert setting. If you can find the 'local watering hole' and show up with patience, the wildlife will come to you.

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