The itch
Uploaded: September 04, 2009
This the same 12 point bull elk from Wednesday. He had an itch. This was incredible to witness!
Taken with my 70-200mm 2.8 L lens - Handheld
in the RMNP.
It's Friday!!!!!!!
Thank you again for all your support and friendship!
Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/160 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 100, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 135.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XTi
Monnie Ryan September 04, 2009
Those awesome antlers would make great scratching tools, but I'll bet it's tough to direct them where the itch is! Another terrific shot, Kim! #7914834Robert R. Goodman September 04, 2009
Hi Kim,He is such a beautiful bull elk.Gorgeous capture my friend!!!! #7914845frank w. degenhardt September 04, 2009
Kim- This whole series has been a wildlife lovers dream. You have taken advantage of this spectacular scene with some amazing camera work. Each one is a beauty in itself. To see them in a series like this makes them so much more special. Again you have shown your mastery with perfect lighting, wonderful clarity, capturing the beauty of thier colors and features. Love the rack on this one.Ruth Grimm September 04, 2009
Another fantastic image of this stunning beast! Great capture!! #7915116David Phalen September 04, 2009
A real slice of life (Elk style) capture!! Well done Kim!! #7915129Nadya Johnson September 04, 2009
Outstanding capture, Kim! #7915160Melissa Olsen September 04, 2009
Looks like a painting...wonderful! #7915441Tammy M. Anderson September 04, 2009
Wonderful capture once again, Kim. #7915560Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna September 04, 2009
This whole series is totally incredible, Kim!!! :-) k #7915895Ron McEwan September 04, 2009
Kim your series on the elks have been fascinating and beautiful and this one is no exception. #7915953Valentin M. Armianu September 04, 2009
Awesome wild life capture, Kim!! #7916124Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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