Giraffes and elephants make great subjects for environmental shots due to their large, iconic shape. Plus, it’s hard for either animal to hide and disappear into the landscape. Here, a reticulated giraffe continues to forage as the sun sets on another day in Samburu in Kenya. Nikon D850 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 800, f/2.8 at 1/200th of a second.
They are amazing creatures & you make an interesting observation: that their size makes them great subjects in that they have a hard time hiding. That does seem obvious now that you point it out, yet it never really occurred to me. It’s tough to beat a great giraffe shot. Nicely done, Sean!
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Giraffes and elephants make great subjects for environmental shots due to their large, iconic shape. Plus, it’s hard for either animal to hide and disappear into the landscape. Here, a reticulated giraffe continues to forage as the sun sets on another day in Samburu in Kenya. Nikon D850 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 800, f/2.8 at 1/200th of a second.
The sky, mountains and grass all pull together for an interesting landscape shot with an extra bonus giraffe.
Thanks Donna. That’s what I’m always looking for — a great landscape and then the bonus to get the creature in there.
Gorgeous!
Thanks Shardae. Hope you’re feeling better.
What a Sight to see you are so fortunate to experience all the wonders of the plains
Aunt Sue
Thanks Aunt Sue. Only wish I could get back again soon.
This brings a wave of calm–something we all need right now. So so lovely. Stay healthy.
Thanks Laura. You too.
They are amazing creatures & you make an interesting observation: that their size makes them great subjects in that they have a hard time hiding. That does seem obvious now that you point it out, yet it never really occurred to me. It’s tough to beat a great giraffe shot. Nicely done, Sean!
Thanks Sue. I do love the giraffes. Especially the reticulated species.
Sean this is especially affecting. I love all your photos, though. Tough to have a favorite.
Thanks Mary. Hope you are well and staying safe.