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Fox standing Tall and Proud
Fox standing Tall and Proud
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Location
This photo was taken at Island Beach State Park in New Jersey. This is one of my favorite spots, because the foxes here are very friendly, and practically wait for you to take their pictures! (Even if they may just want food from you).Time
This is definitely one of my favorite photos I have taken, not only because of its outcome, but because of the effort and means in which I got it. After walking miles in the frigid cold trying to get a shot of the elusive snowy owl, I decided to head back to the car. About halfway back, this fox suddenly came out of the bushes in front of me, and just stood there, staring directly at me. It didn't move a muscle until I was finished taking the picture, and then proceeded to walk away. It was taken on January 2, at around 4:15pm.Lighting
I really wanted the fox to pop out in this image, especially its red eyes and orange fur. Personally, I just really liked these colors, and wanted them to stand out, rather than capturing a picture with perhaps darker lighting. However, because the sun was beginning to set, and it was starting to get dark, I did have to bump my ISO up to 250, so that the fox would appear bright and clear.Equipment
This was shot with a Canon EOS 70D, and a Canon 18-55mm lens. No other equipment was involved in taking this photo.Inspiration
I've always thought foxes were really mysterious and beautiful animals, and decided to look up where I could possibly find some. About 45 minutes from my house was Island Beach State Park. I knew ahead of time that I was looking to get a shot of the beauty of a fox, rather than of its swiftness and aggressiveness. After seeing these foxes, and the way they reacted to me, I knew that this would be exactly the place to do that.Editing
For this photo, there was really only one main problem with it when looking at it on my camera. The sharp orange color of the fox's fur had really taken on a faded and dull hue. I really wanted the orange fur to pop, which it definitely did in person. So I transferred it to my computer, and just adjusted the saturation a little bit to make the image look more like what the fox actually looked like in person.In my camera bag
Being that I am an amateur photographer, I don't have as much equipment as others, however there are a few things I always pack. I definitely make sure to pack my Canon 18-55mm lens, as well as my Canon 55-250mm lens. These are both important because I never know what I may come across, and how far away it will be when I set out for pictures. I also pack a spare battery, a microfiber cloth to clean my lens', as well as a neutral density filter. Oh, not to mention the Canon EOS 70D, perhaps on the the most important piece of equipment!Feedback
When trying to capture photos of foxes, or really wildlife in general, I have found that it is best to remain very calm. For the most part, these animals will be more scared of you than you are of them, and will not be hesitant to run away if they feel you are any kind of threat. I always talk in a soothing voice, and move closer at a very slow pace. I do my best to let them know I am friendly, and have no desire to harm them. Often times, I may even get approached, and though depending on the animal I may become slightly tense, I remain calm, and continue to get the best pictures that I possibly can.
