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Posted by Enrique Aguirre on February 11, 2008 at 8:21 PM
Albatross
From my December trip to the Falklnds.

EOS 1Ds / EF24-70
Posted by Benjamin Glatt on February 12, 2008 at 8:00 PM
Excellent shot. I am assuming that you have checked out Frans Lanting's albatross photographs?
Posted by Enrique Aguirre on February 12, 2008 at 9:12 PM
yes, i went to santa cruz two weekends ago (feb 2) to see his presentation
Posted by Anil Rao on February 12, 2008 at 9:16 PM
This is just superb, Enrique. One of the most dynamic avian/landscape photos I have seen.

It looks like you had a very productive trip. :smile:
Posted by Nelcha Cross on February 12, 2008 at 11:08 PM
Very nicely done, Enrique,
You tell part of the story ...Franz would approve :toast:
Between the leading lines and the
various nesting and flight angle poses
you do this Grand bird justice....
Kudos, on your "eye" and your trip!
Thanks for sharing your souvenirs with us :biggrin:

in gratitude,
Nelcha
Posted by Scott Buckel on February 13, 2008 at 5:15 AM
Enrique - this is one of the best wildlife landscapes I have seen. Thanks for sharing.

Scott
Posted by Cory Freeman on February 13, 2008 at 9:30 PM
Nice work Enrique!! solid triangular comp and great timing! I didn't notice the albatross at lower left. How were you able to get so close to the birds?
Posted by Enrique Aguirre on February 14, 2008 at 3:05 AM
How were you able to get so close to the birds?


The trick is to stay low, stay still and approach very, very slowly. I think it probably took me over 30 mins to move in the last 20ft.
Posted by Lon Overacker on February 15, 2008 at 9:48 PM
Enrique,

This has Frans Lanting or National Geographic written all over it!

Superb nature image. Must have been a great experience.

Lon