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The First Few Hours

The First Few Hours

A Thoroughbred broodmare and her newborn [about 3 hours old] foal as they begin their journey together.....

A Thoroughbred broodmare and her newborn [about 3 hours old] foal as they begin their journey together.....
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NIKON D3500

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settings

Aperture 38/10 ISO 1600 Shutter 10/600 Focal Length 220/10

location

location

Kentucky, US

upload_date

upload_date

May, 2020

Views

607

Likes

+55

Awards

People's Choice in Animal Parents Photo Challenge

People's Choice in Capturing the Moment as you Perceived it Photo Challenge

Peer Award

+10

Absolute Masterpiece

+3

Magnificent Capture

+3

Top Choice

Superb Composition

All Star

Virtuoso

Superior Skill

Genius

Emotions

Impressed

Happy

+1

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Ultimate

This image captures the love and touches the heart. A beautiful moment and treasure. Congratulations on your People's Choice award.

Platinum

Thank you - I'm both honored and delighted! I also appreciate the opportunity of your challenge :-)

Ultimate

Soft touch! Congratulations.

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Thank you!

Ultimate

Great photo! Really captures the moment.

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Thank you! 🏇

PRO

What a special moment...a photo that touches the heart. Beautiful!! Congrats on your well deserved challenge award!! : )

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Thanks, Pamela! I love this mare - she's a real sweetheart :)

Congratulations on your win

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Thank you, much appreciated!

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Sweet capture! Congratulations!

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