Brief Encounter
Taken during the recent holidays. I live near to Richmond Park and the weather forecast promised fog. An early start and then a frantic search for the deer, I...
Read more
Taken during the recent holidays. I live near to Richmond Park and the weather forecast promised fog. An early start and then a frantic search for the deer, I managed to find them just as the sun was making it's first appearance
Read less
Read less
Jan, 2017Views
55
Likes
Awards
Legendary Award
Peer Choice Award
Peer Award
Absolute Masterpiece
Outstanding Creativity
Superb Composition
Magnificent Capture
Top Choice
Top Ranks
Top 20 rank
Top 30 rankTop 20 rank week 1
Top 30 rank week 1
Top 20 rank week 1
Categories
Same photographer See allBehind The Lens
Discover more photos See all
Behind The Lens
Location
This photo was taken in Richmond Park, Greater LondonTime
It was taken very early, just as the sun was rising above the tree lineLighting
The lighting is the early morning sun being diffused by a light mist that had formed in the wooded areaEquipment
This was shot on a Sony A99 with a Minolta 80 - 200 2.8 lens. It was shot hand heldInspiration
I had been trying to capture a Red Deer Stag in the mist for sometime without much luck. Fortunately this visit I was able to find them in plenty of time which allowed me to watch the sun come up and create some very atmospheric images.Editing
Very limited post processing, just some slight adjustment to levels and white balanceIn my camera bag
My trusty A99 and a selection of lenses, depending on the type of image I am trying to create. A tripod and spare batteries. I try to travel as light as possible, because you never know how far you will be walking!Feedback
My advice when capturing wildlife would be to make sure you know the habits of your intended subject. Try to shoot either very early or very late in the day to take advantage of the best natural light has to offer, and finally, patience!
