Winter Elk
These big boys stopped to nuzzle noses before deciding it was time to slam their antlers together in a quick practice fight. They are truly amazing to watch an...
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These big boys stopped to nuzzle noses before deciding it was time to slam their antlers together in a quick practice fight. They are truly amazing to watch and the fog added to so much to the scene.
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Jan, 2015Views
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Top Shot Award
Contest Finalist in Shades Of Brown Project
Contest Finalist in justlove Photo Contest
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Contest Finalist in A World Of Brown Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in From Afar: Wildlife Photo Contest
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Contest Finalist in Visuals of Life Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Lost In The Fog Photo Contest
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p_eileenbaltz
April 09, 2015
Extraordinary capture! Congratulations on being chosen a finalist.:) Good luck.
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beachdazed
October 16, 2016
Love this!! We have elk in the Smokey Mountain National Park here in NC/TN. I could sit and watch them for hours!
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Location
The photo was taken in Ellensburg, WA.Time
Late afternoonLighting
The lighting was what I like to call 'moody'. It was ridiculously foggy in one spot but you'd turn around and the sun would be shining through a little hole in the clouds.Equipment
Nikon D5100, Nikon 55-300mm lensInspiration
I can't say enough how much I love these elk. The two in the photo are part of a 'bachelor' herd of 4. They are magnificent creatures and I have spent a large chunk of time just hanging out with them. When it's not mating season, it's glorious to see how well these males interact with each other.Editing
In post processing, I brought up the clarity and sharpness a bit to help define things from within the fog. There wasn't much else that needed done, the environment helped contribute a bunch.In my camera bag
Nikon D5100, Nikon 18-55mm, Nikon 55-300mm, Tokina 11-16mm, Manfrotto tripod, remote, lens cleaner, rattlesnake kit, flashlights, binoculars, hand warmers, note pad and a pencil. My day consists of jumping in and out of the vehicle to shoot wildlife and landscapes so my gear might look a little different than others.Feedback
I think it's always important for those attempting to shoot wildlife to know that you should stay back. They look so calm, friendly and wonderful but trust me, they are not. Calm voices and slow movements are always best. If it can be helped, never use flash when shooting wildlife, it can really spook them. So bring a tripod if you need to.
