Posted by Brett Lewis on October 13, 2008 at 8:07 AM
Hi Folks,
Firstly, I'd like to say that it was a pleasure meeting some of you during Phil's arranged event at Richmond over the weekend. The weekend rolled over into two days since a few others of us had arranged to meet on the Sunday as well and then more joined so good fun was had by all..!
Now then.. This was one of a good number of shots that I tried to obtain during the weekend. I have a few more that I am holding on to for now as I have some other ideas for them.. However, thought that I would share this one with you for your comments.
It is a little different from the regular deer posts I have seen on here and therefore I am pleased to share it.
Enjoy the rest of your day,
Kind regards,
Brett
Canon 30D, Sigma 50-500mm (@ 161mm), Tripod, F11 @ 1/500 sec
Slight adjustments to levels, contrast and small crop in PS otherwise as is..
Posted by Alan Bryant on October 13, 2008 at 8:14 AM
I really love images like this.
One of the best i've seen so far, thats been posted
Awesome
Posted by Ian Mason on October 13, 2008 at 8:27 AM
I like this a lot. I think if you crop out most of the bright part of the sky (leaving an orange crecent) , it makes a very atmospheric image. Lovely stuff!.
Posted by Brett Lewis on October 13, 2008 at 8:39 AM
Phil, I noticed that when I uploaded it.. Damn it..! I did mention it in the post but removed the text to wait and see who might be first to mention it.. I kind of knew it would be you.. LOL..!
Easily solved, and I still have more..
Brett.
Posted by Fran French on October 13, 2008 at 8:42 AM
Every bit as good as I saw it on the back of your camera Brett, superb stuff!
As Phil says, we are all jealous, but as you bought the coffees I don't hate you
Great to see you again,
Fran x
Posted by Matt Cole on October 13, 2008 at 8:44 AM
that's a beauty Brett, exactly the sort of Autumnal deer shot that I like. Great stuff.
Matt
Posted by David Sewell on October 13, 2008 at 8:47 AM
Gorgeous stuff, Brett. Please don't be tempted to crop it any more than the little you have done so already.
Posted by Adam Seward on October 13, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Wonderful shot, think I prefer it as you've presented it rather than a crop.
Posted by Peter Cairns on October 13, 2008 at 11:38 AM
Brett
One of the best red deer images I've see seen...ever!
I wonder if you'd mind contacting me about the image - I have a potential use for it and you'll even make a few quid!
Best
Pete
Posted by Nigel Blake on October 13, 2008 at 11:52 AM
Dust bunny or not, this is a stunning shot! well done!
Posted by Ben Gardner on October 13, 2008 at 12:02 PM
Beautiful shot, really jealous as I had hoped to make it down for the weekend, never mind. Im heading to Bradgate at the end of the month so hopefully I will come away with some nice shots too.
Posted by Brett Lewis on October 13, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Dear All,
Thanks very much for your comments, very much appreciated. When I first heard and saw this animal I was drawn to him, in fact I told the others I was with that I would catch them up as I wanted to spend some time with him.. Sounds a bit odd, but I'm glad I did and i'm really quite pleased with the results thus far.. Thanks again for taking the time.
Pete: I have sent you an e-mail via your contact tab on here..!
Kind regards,
Brett.
Posted by Greg Hitchcock on October 13, 2008 at 12:44 PM
Gorgeous. As close to a perfect image as I've seen in a while.
Greg
Posted by jack chapman on October 13, 2008 at 12:54 PM
beautiful image, certainly is right up there among the best
Posted by Ian Mason on October 13, 2008 at 12:57 PM
"Do you mean crop the sky down to the tops of the trees..?"
Brett - yes that was my original thought and it's fascinating to see different opinions. I would at least crop to the top of the trees as I feel the brightness at the top unbalances the image. I still like it best almost square, leaving just a hint of the sun showing. Whichever, it really is superb - better every time I look. Of course, as it stands, perfect book cover!
Posted by Colin Pickett on October 13, 2008 at 2:49 PM
Well it doesn't look much to me..... but that is only because all I get on my screen is a little box with a red X in it. This has happened a few times now. Any idea why this happens?
Robert
Posted by Brett Lewis on October 14, 2008 at 6:47 AM
Thanks for your continued comments folks..
Rob: Not quite sure why that is..? I know that JR had a similar problem a while ago but I can send you the link if you like so you cane take a look..?
Kind regards,
Brett.
Posted by Elliott Neep on October 14, 2008 at 9:15 AM
One of the coolest and 'freshest' deer shots I have seen. I love the context of the mist, rising sun, and frost The deer's position is perfect. Amazing image!
Posted by tony flashman on October 14, 2008 at 4:10 PM
Beautifully shot, the best of the bunch from the images that you shot today?.......I think not!! LOL
Posted by Ian Andrews on October 15, 2008 at 12:32 PM
I was wrong yesterday Brett, I hadn't seen this. Off to look for my marbles now.....
Nice one.
Ian
Posted by David Kjaer on October 16, 2008 at 5:39 PM
Hi Brett
Good to meet you on Sunday and when you showed me the shot on the back of your camera I thought it would be something a bit special - and it is. Wonderful image!
Discussion
36 repliesFirstly, I'd like to say that it was a pleasure meeting some of you during Phil's arranged event at Richmond over the weekend. The weekend rolled over into two days since a few others of us had arranged to meet on the Sunday as well and then more joined so good fun was had by all..!
Now then.. This was one of a good number of shots that I tried to obtain during the weekend. I have a few more that I am holding on to for now as I have some other ideas for them.. However, thought that I would share this one with you for your comments.
It is a little different from the regular deer posts I have seen on here and therefore I am pleased to share it.
Enjoy the rest of your day,
Kind regards,
Brett
Canon 30D, Sigma 50-500mm (@ 161mm), Tripod, F11 @ 1/500 sec
Slight adjustments to levels, contrast and small crop in PS otherwise as is..
One of the best i've seen so far, thats been posted
Awesome
You already know that we are all jealous of this shot, glad to see Tony didn't get his hand on the card and format it
Absolutely super, as Alan says one of the best.
Got to find something... you got a dust bunny top right
Ian: Do you mean crop the sky down to the tops of the trees..?
Phil: This isn't the shot that I showed you over the weekend..! That is one of the ones I am keeping back for other work..!
Brett
you've still got a dust bunny top right
Speak soon.
Easily solved, and I still have more..
Brett.
As Phil says, we are all jealous, but as you bought the coffees I don't hate you
Great to see you again,
Fran x
Matt
David
One of the best Red Deer images I've seen!!!!
Craig
www.craigchurchill.co.uk
Best wishes
Frederic
Drew
One of the best red deer images I've see seen...ever!
I wonder if you'd mind contacting me about the image - I have a potential use for it and you'll even make a few quid!
Best
Pete
Thanks very much for your comments, very much appreciated. When I first heard and saw this animal I was drawn to him, in fact I told the others I was with that I would catch them up as I wanted to spend some time with him.. Sounds a bit odd, but I'm glad I did and i'm really quite pleased with the results thus far.. Thanks again for taking the time.
Pete: I have sent you an e-mail via your contact tab on here..!
Kind regards,
Brett.
Greg
Brett - yes that was my original thought and it's fascinating to see different opinions. I would at least crop to the top of the trees as I feel the brightness at the top unbalances the image. I still like it best almost square, leaving just a hint of the sun showing. Whichever, it really is superb - better every time I look. Of course, as it stands, perfect book cover!
Nice one
This is just beautiful.
Mitch.
JR
lol can i borrow that stag to stand in between my oak trees??
top shot.
Simon
Robert
Rob: Not quite sure why that is..? I know that JR had a similar problem a while ago but I can send you the link if you like so you cane take a look..?
Kind regards,
Brett.
Nice one.
Ian
Good to meet you on Sunday and when you showed me the shot on the back of your camera I thought it would be something a bit special - and it is. Wonderful image!
David