It would be a fib if I insinuated that the thrills were equal. They’re not.
But there is something about chasing the perfect photo that sparks a fire in me that closely resembles hunting success.
Bobber reflection on the water (click photo to enlarge)
My wife commemorated my last birthday with a new D-SLR camera that has more bells and whistles than I remember on my SLR piece long before digital came about. I’ve enjoyed taking all kinds of shots since.
The good news is most of your professional style camera equipment today is fool proof … with limitations. For instance, I’ve been getting pretty solid photos in the first two months I’ve been shooting, but can understand where some of the accoutrements available can improve your shots.
Redheads swimming in their familiar lines on the water
Simply put, you can be as good as your wallet will let you!
Within this post are a few of my early shots with the camera and lenses I currently have. I’ve enjoyed the chase so far, trading my gun for the camera when seasons have gone out, or I’ve taken a hike on a Sunday (when hunting is closed here in NC).
I look forward to sharing more photos, and hope that one day I look at these and make jokes about the infancy of my photo-taking career!
An 8-point not seeming to mind the snow covering his face
Mallards in flight
My daughter and nephew having fun on a winter day
A Greenhead’s colors glowing on retrieve
The familiar curiosity of a mature doe.
All Business!
A winter day’s meal
From acorns grow mighty oaks
Eyes into a best friend’s soul
Lots o’ divers
The kiss
Mallards retreat
American Widgeon
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February 2nd, 2013 at 9:47 pm
Excellent ‘shots’ you have taken Kurt.
Keep up the good work.
February 3rd, 2013 at 2:33 pm
You’re doing great Kurt. At a time when I think video is a bit over-used, it’s refreshing when you see some really good stills from the field. Even phone cameras can take great shots, and that is what I use for the majority of my blog posts.
The best way to learn that camera is to fire away and experiment! Thank goodness for digital.
February 15th, 2013 at 10:49 am
The snow covered deer pictures are fun to look at. thanks for the sharing.
March 14th, 2013 at 6:04 am
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