Emmanuel Enyinwa 0 Posted January 11, 2011 "Stephen, I am not sure it would matter how it was captured, at least to me. I am not saying that this is a key factor, but I do think one must consider how many folks would risk $4-6000 of equipment to get a shot like this. In fact, I knew a guy back in Oregon known for getting rare shots. He would set up several cameras, strobes and trip sensors in the forests and sometimes come back to find his equipment gone."Ah, now I know where those anonymous 3/3s come from. There is a colony of apes and coyotes with highly expensive cameras but have not evolved enough to appreciate that it takes more than expensive equipment to produce great images. Link to comment
fpessolano 0 Posted January 12, 2011 Marsel ... holy cow! I have tried several times to get wildlife shots, but this ... incredible skill and knowledge of your subject/ Link to comment
jodys 7 Posted January 19, 2011 This is an excellent photograph. A wildlife photographer will use any and every trick he or she can think of, spend thousands of hours in the field and tens of thousands of $ on equipment, and will still have to rely on chance to get the 'perfect' shot. Except it's not 'chance' in the same way as winning the lottery, it's skillful means of playing the odds so that more often than not, the 'miracle' happens when you happen to have a camera pointing at the right spot. Unless said wildlife photographer has the ability to do Jedi mind tricks on animals a la Crocodile Dundee. So in reality, it's the exact opposite of chance. A critique? It would have been nice if the sun were a little lower in the sky, but I know the sun sets there in a matter of minutes. Failing that, I think with that shot I would spend the time in 'shop to create a more atmospheric (or dramatic) lighting. Of course I might not like the result, it might end up being overkill. Link to comment
chuck nelson 0 Posted January 26, 2011 When I first saw this image I thought someone must have found your camera along side your remains. After reading your technique, I am happy to know you are still alive! This is one of the most amazing photos I've ever seen. I'm glad that you didn't post it larger. I'd probably have peed myself. Link to comment
blipvert 0 Posted February 11, 2011 What a beautiful animal, you have captured the mood! Link to comment
steve_shepard 0 Posted February 12, 2011 OH, YEAH! Thank you! This is definitely one of my favorites. First thought: INCREDIBLE! Second thought: Hope he was using a telephoto lens. Third thought: This would be the photo to accompany the phrase, "SHUT THE **** UP!" to an obnoxious person in a chat room, Facebook, etc. Link to comment
david_ramos 0 Posted February 24, 2011 Amazing shot i would just change the title to...Run... ;) Link to comment
GailAnthonyHarmer 6 Posted March 10, 2011 I just recently saw this photo in a magazine I had just purchased and knew it was your right away. Magnificent image of such a magnificent creature. warmest regards, GAil Link to comment
lars_petter_bj_rnstad 0 Posted May 10, 2011 This photo is amazing! Can't belive how you got that perfekt shot. Link to comment
mark_miller2 0 Posted June 14, 2011 Very, very nice! I like that wide angle impact with such stunning subject matter. I'd embellish the story though, you know, out in the wilds on foot with a whip in one hand, and a camera in the other,,, :)Just superb!MMiller Link to comment
ursblick 0 Posted July 22, 2011 Weehaaaa! This is simply fantastic - one of the best wild life shots I've ever seen. 7. Link to comment
Jurjovec Borut 0 Posted August 21, 2011 Who is lions dentist. Four teeth left needs cleaning. He will bite you, but he won' t chew you. Link to comment
ciprian_i_pacurar 0 Posted October 8, 2011 Glad to see this from behind my computer screen. Otherwise, I'd be running like Speedy Gonzales... Link to comment
sonny_limmunandar 0 Posted November 29, 2011 Sangat-sangat luar biasa, saya sangat terkesan ketika melihat foto ini. Hanya satu kata " SEMPURNA" Salam kenal Link to comment
aplumpton 16 Posted February 2, 2013 The originality is in the wide angle lens and the low position (and the photographer's courage).MGM kitten-like lion, take note. Link to comment
paul_greenwood1 0 Posted June 15, 2013 You certainly have the result here but i question the method. The drama of wide angle is not seen, rather see a tele with background doffed out. Sorry but sitting safe in a car really loses the essence of the portrayal here.... Link to comment
luis_modesti 0 Posted July 14, 2013 Paul, Would you have gotten out of the car to take this shot. ? , Probably not, Would you have known if he didn't tell you the secret. ? probably not... I think he has an award shot, and you proably not... Either way, the method does not matter if you have a result. Fantastic Shot Marsel !!!!!!! Link to comment
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