The city skyline can be seen in the distance on a moody afternoon as a zebra trots across the savanna in Nairobi National Park. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 24-70mm lens (at 70mm) ISO 720, f/5.6 at 1/640th of a second.
Amazing image with a number of remarkable elements, Sean. The eye’s journey begins with the pony in the foreground whose B&W pattern contrasts sharply with the softness in the surrounding savannah. The zebra’s “hood ornament” is a nice touch for those who want to linger longer on the equine. The colors in the grass blades set the habitat stage that happens to be enhanced by a dramatic, colorful sky. Perhaps the element that screams loudest, however, tells the ongoing tale of the challenge Nairobi’s wildlife faces. The sliver of encroaching humanity that lies in the not too distant background serves as a warning for our zebra. Your image speaks a thousand words, Sean!
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The city skyline can be seen in the distance on a moody afternoon as a zebra trots across the savanna in Nairobi National Park. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 24-70mm lens (at 70mm) ISO 720, f/5.6 at 1/640th of a second.
Amazing image with a number of remarkable elements, Sean. The eye’s journey begins with the pony in the foreground whose B&W pattern contrasts sharply with the softness in the surrounding savannah. The zebra’s “hood ornament” is a nice touch for those who want to linger longer on the equine. The colors in the grass blades set the habitat stage that happens to be enhanced by a dramatic, colorful sky. Perhaps the element that screams loudest, however, tells the ongoing tale of the challenge Nairobi’s wildlife faces. The sliver of encroaching humanity that lies in the not too distant background serves as a warning for our zebra. Your image speaks a thousand words, Sean!
Thanks Sue. You have verbally articulated what I was going for with this image.
This makes me long for an all-Zebra Sex and the City reboot.
I love this, you should send this to cousin Cristin, she loves zebras!
Thanks Mo. Yes, Cristin does love her zebras.
The moody tones of this image foretell a wariness this zebra faces every day. Sue, above, said it very eloquently.
The moody tones of this image foretell a wariness that this zebra must face every day. Sue, above, said it very eloquently.