Motif: American Bison Calf

Posted by Simon A on Fri Sep 12, 2003 9:07 am

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This image was taken in Yellowstone NP. My hope/intent in this photograph was to show a calf in the protection of its mother (tail draped over the calf) without really showing the Mom.

Equipment: F5, 600/f4 AFS, 1.4x

Your comments, suggestions and reactions to this shot are gratefully sought and appreciated.

Regards, Simon

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by Dennis Olivero on Fri Sep 12, 2003 10:03 am

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Simon
I find this extremely well done. The late low light is wonderful and I like the framing of the calf, including elements of mom but tight in on the calf. In light of recent discussions regarding trying new things, moving beyond what we may have already seen in the work of others, I find this very creative.. The entire image has a very nice relaxed and protected "feel" to it.. Thanks for posting this here...

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by NDCheryl on Fri Sep 12, 2003 10:26 am

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Simon,

I think you have succeeded in your attempt to portray this as a protection shot. This is a very well done and intimate portrait of a calf who still needs his mother. Lighting and exposure are good as well. A winner all around.

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by Jenny Ellerbe on Fri Sep 12, 2003 11:16 am

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Simon, you had wonderful light and such a cute subject. But your tight composition and unusual framing are what really make this one. Very nice.

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by chris earle on Fri Sep 12, 2003 12:13 pm

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Simon,
I agree that you did a nice job on this. Great light and the framing is a nice touch.

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by E.J. Peiker on Fri Sep 12, 2003 2:55 pm

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Very well done! Excellent light too!

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by Lillian Roberts on Fri Sep 12, 2003 10:38 pm

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Gorgeous light that draws the eye to exactly where you want it -- on the baby's face. Nice tight framing, I think it accomplishes nicely what you state as your goal.

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by Rich S on Sat Sep 13, 2003 9:59 am