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Mule Deer "Hunting"

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Posted by Vincent Martinez on November 19, 2011 at 1:23 PM
Mule Deer "Hunting"
Here's a mule deer buck with his nose to the ground in search of Does. The rutting activity is getting strong and has always been my favorite time of year for shooting Wildlife, especially my favorite species...Mule deer.

Sony, 300mm@f4, 1/1250, ISO 100

Comments and suggestions are always appreciated.
Posted by Stan Rose on November 19, 2011 at 7:53 PM
Cool--great DOF and perspective! The catch-light on the left eye really adds a lot here. Why are they your favs (as opposed to elk, etc)?
Posted by John Mumaw on November 19, 2011 at 10:03 PM
Excellent pose and limited DOF.Exposed and 'developed' perfectly, too.
I almost prefer the sky cropped out for a better aspect ratio and keeping this simpler.
Posted by Dan Walters on November 19, 2011 at 11:29 PM
Great light. Really like the look he is giving as well.
Posted by Joshua Hardin on November 20, 2011 at 9:52 PM
Wonderful low angle. The foreground grasses really draw you into the nose and rest of the face of this buck. I like the inclusion of the blue sky and the nice golden bokeh of the grasses behind the deer too. He has an interesting look of curiosity to him doesn't he!
Posted by Soubhik Patranabis on November 20, 2011 at 11:00 PM
nice shot !
Posted by Adam Schallau on November 21, 2011 at 7:54 PM
Nicely done! I love you choice for depth of field and the focus appears to be spot on. :toast:
Posted by Doug Koepsel on November 22, 2011 at 9:47 AM
Vince, the buck really stands out against the grass. Nice sidelight and focus.