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Ashleigh Scully

Gallery: NPN PhotographersPosted January 6, 20141,403 views11 comments

Hi -

I started wildlife photography a few years ago when I received a Nikon 1 for my 8th birthday.

I am now in 6th grade and am really enjoying wildlife photography. I am using a Canon 7D (sometimes my Dad's 5D MIII), and I use different lenses like a Canon 400 f/5.6 for birds or longer telephotos for other wildlife.

I enjoy photographing wildlife in my home state of NJ. We also travel a lot to Wyoming and I really like to photograph in and around the parks as well.

My favorite subjects to photograph are foxes and owls.

I was a Semi-Finalist in this year's Nature's Best Youth contest and have also won some local contests as well. One of my fox kits photos is also being published in an issue of National Geographic Kids next June.

My goal is to become a professional wildlife photographer and educate people about our natural resources and animals.

Comments

11 comments

Comment posted by Bill Leggett on January 6, 2014 at 5:01 PM

Hi, Ashleigh, and welcome to NPN. I have to tell you that I'm envious, not only of your young age, but the fact that you are so enthusiastic with your goals. I started (serious) photography in my early twenties, and still now at the ripe age of 66 I am still at it, and continuing to learn. You will be glad to know that you are joining one of the most recognized and respected photo critique websites available, and speaking for all of us here, we look forward to your posts.

Registered on July 21, 2004, 706 Posts, 3233 Comments

Comment posted by Peter Cross on January 6, 2014 at 7:49 PM

Welcome aboard Ashleigh! Looking forward to your fox and owl photos in the future. You certainly started off well with you otter photo. I think you will find this a wonderful group both for the advice and help you will get as well as all of the great photos the members post. This is a very diverse group and they post some great stuff. I think you will find some of them very inspiring and conversely I think you will inspire other young photographers.

Registered on April 3, 2010, 271 Posts, 1342 Comments

Comment posted by Ken Smith on January 7, 2014 at 1:07 AM

Ho …ho…. Goals and achievements at 6th grade…. lemme think back… my goals were to have fun at recess… go skiing with friends in winter…and keep from getting too bored in summer. Oh, that was back in the mid 60’s….growing up in Yosemite Nat’l Park where my Dad was a ranger. I had plenty of outdoors…which you seem to share w/your Dad. Terrific! You’re on a good path with a pocketful of dreams and a few feathers for your cap. Keep close to those who love you. Esp be thankful and have fun. Looking forward to seeing more of your pics.

Registered on September 5, 2008, 449 Posts, 2444 Comments

Comment posted by SandyRichardsBrown on January 7, 2014 at 12:11 PM

Welcome! We love young people here.
You have some impressive work already, and I'm looking forward to your posts and comments!

Sandy

Registered on November 24, 2003, 3937 Posts, 12909 Comments

Comment posted by William Bickle on January 10, 2014 at 9:32 AM

Hello Ashleigh

welcome aboard! :)

Congrats on your recent photo accomplishments !

For me, the ultimate joy is being in the field or mountains etc. with only yourself and the wild critters !!

Remember to be respectful of them and their habitat:)

Bill

Registered on June 13, 2011, 183 Posts, 1702 Comments

Comment posted by Jim Erhardt on January 12, 2014 at 8:25 AM

Ashleigh, welcome to NPN!

Judging from the photos you have posted, you are already off to a great start! You will not find a better place to get constructive feedback on your photos, all while remaining friendly and supportive. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions or if we can be of any help in pursuing your goals!

Registered on November 1, 2003, 245 Posts, 2421 Comments

Comment posted by Carl Battreall on January 16, 2014 at 12:37 PM

Focus on school and getting a degree in biology. If you look at all the young professional outdoor photographers, adventurers, they all have science degrees and combine research with photography and adventure.

Registered on August 29, 2007, 24 Posts, 222 Comments

Comment posted by Ashleigh Scully on January 24, 2014 at 8:26 PM

Thank you everyone for your very nice comments

Registered on November 4, 2013, 36 Posts, 210 Comments

Comment posted by Nick Bristol on January 28, 2014 at 7:44 AM

Hi Ashleigh, Yes, Welcome to NPN! Sounds like you are on a solid track with your photography and I wish you all the best with it. Look forward to seeing your post. Cheers, Nick

Registered on February 1, 2004, 752 Posts, 14140 Comments

Comment posted by Marina Scarr on March 6, 2014 at 1:45 PM

Looking forward to your images, Ashleigh!

Registered on March 6, 2014, 11 Posts, 104 Comments

Comment posted by Crystal Brindle on May 13, 2014 at 1:10 AM

Impressive! Keep at it!

Registered on February 14, 2014, 4 Posts, 16 Comments