Hopeful Mooch

Superbly captured.

Granted, a cliche' shot (oops, I mean 'classic' ) but who among us could resist a frame or two when presented with this type of subject. It hopped up on the rail AFTER we entered the gazebo. No fear! I suspect he's well fed by the tourists popping in and out at this location. Thanks for popping in yourself. Best, LM.

This beautiful photo and your comment on it reminds me an anecdote. I've always been a self-taugtht photographer. The only one who gave me really precious advice was a guy I met online in a photo community like this, when I was really a novice. This guy used to write very frank, heart-to-heart, and for this reason often harsh critiques on others' photos. He taught me that a "classic" photo, if beautiful and well executed, is far more valuable than a badly done photo in which originality is sought at all costs. In other words, he valued simple subjects and focussed on the importance of obtaining accurate and polished images. One of the few photos of mine he gave a positive comment on was a simple close-up of a lemon. Some time later I discovered that he was an esteemed and well-known photographer.

Good to hear of your experiences. The sharing of information\technical knowledge is one of the strong points of this site. We learn from those with greater experience and give back to those with less. Sometimes the process is reversed and we learn something from novices. Win-win! A shot like this demonstrates the value of being prepared for the unexpected and thus being able to take advantage when serendipity presents itself. I didn't set out that day to take photos of chipmunks. Stay connected. Best, LM.

such speed in such an unatheletic looking body, gives hope to all with expanded waistlines

You referring to me or the chipmunk? :-) Don't forget to reschedule our outing! Best, LM.

A good picture is a good picture; something about having done it yourself is important. A few weeks ago I shot a picture of the 'Sea Lion' on Lake Superior. Right...me and 100,000 others! But so what? Perhaps they simply invite viewers to find a detail that makes the shot singular. Here, you have a great glint in the little bugger's eye and on my monitor anyway a VERY slight yellowish cast in the railing that picks up some of the highlights in his/her fur. So, yeah, a classic, but original at the same time. Anyway, a damn pleasing picture!

Thanks for your thoughts. Yah, nothing too special here but pleasing enough to me that the next time we meet I may have a print of this one to show you. As for the colour balance, well, close enough for me at least. Best, LM.

Your comments\critiques will be gratefully received. Best, LM.

Well, I'm not well-known but I like the little beggar! I do believe that he is not "asking" for something, but very well "expecting" to receive a handout. Excellent shot... Mike

 

 

Nice of you to drop by. I think you hit the nail square on the head, this resident tourist attraction definitely had a sense of entitlement. Too cute to pass by. Close, but no peanut! Best, LM.