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Kisses

© Karen Celella

Kisses

Uploaded: March 27, 2011 03:53:44

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San Ignacio Lagoon, Mexico! Yep, we actually got to KISS Gray Whales! Unbelievable! But here is the proof. I was taking shots of the other boat that this whale (we named Maytag) stayed for an hour and played with both of our boats filled with excited visitors.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/320 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 120.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 7D

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Jack Gaskin March 27, 2011

WHAT AN AWESOME EXPERIENCE & Capture...
This is where they go to Calve isn't it ????

HAPPY SHOOTING
JACK #1364515

MELODIE C. ROBERTS March 27, 2011

That seems a Bit CrAzY!!
Awesome Capture Karen #9319431

Terry Cervi level-deluxe March 27, 2011

What an experience that must have been, Karen!! Great shot too! #9321250

Rona L. Schwarz March 28, 2011

WOW! Another fabulous trip and wildlife experience, Karen! I am so fascinated by whales...I would love this! Your candids are fantastic - must be hard to shoot in such choppy water in small boats! I have been on Orca whale watching cruises in San Juan, and went kayaking in BC with the Orcas, but of course we never got this close! #9323172

Karen Celella March 29, 2011

Thanks for sharing the fun! Yes Rona, it was very difficult shooting. Besides the movement in the boat, when the whales blow you get covered in whale snot! LOL But the hardest thing of all is trying to shoot with all the excitement of interacting with these amazingly gently and friendly giants. I can't believe any of the shots came out! LOL #9324341

Kathryn Wesserling March 31, 2011

Extraordinary! You do go on the most excellent adventures, Karen! Thank Heaven for us that you're such a talented photographer, and can share these special moments with us. #9328451

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