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The Courting Gannets at RSPB Bempton are always guaranteed to give wonderful photo opportunities. With a long lens there is no need to disturb the natural beha...
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The Courting Gannets at RSPB Bempton are always guaranteed to give wonderful photo opportunities. With a long lens there is no need to disturb the natural behaviour of these elegant sea birds.
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Jan, 2016Views
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Awards
Contest Finalist in Two Of The Same Photo Contest
Peer Award
Superb Composition
Top Choice
Absolute Masterpiece
Outstanding Creativity
Magnificent Capture
All Star
Superior Skill
Emotions
Happy
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Behind The Lens
Location
It was taken at RSPB Bempton CliffsTime
Taken mid morning.Lighting
The lighting was a bit harsh with the sun shining so I tried to bring the contrast down a little.Equipment
Nikon D7100 - Nikon 500mm lens on tripod.Inspiration
I love the clean lines of the Gannets and, of course, the closeness the paired birds display.Editing
Very little. Mainly bringing the contrast down a bit.In my camera bag
Two Nikon bodies. One crop and one full frame camera. Nikon 300 VR II lens and Nikon 70-200mm VR II. Sometimes carry the 500mm lens if needed.Feedback
Learn the behaviour of your subject to anticipate what it might do next and then lots of patience.
