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Published: 2014-01-24 19:31:04 +0000 UTC; Views: 580; Favourites: 21; Downloads: 0
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This bull moose was heading away from the Gros Ventre River near sunset with another bull moose that had already lost its rack. They are usually solitary but I'm told that's not true in winter. (My first photo processed in Lightroom... thanks to NWunseen for the recommendation!)Related content
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How very sweet of you! I really appreciate that you took the time to do a feature on these pieces that were suggested. It means a lot to know that someone recommended my photo.
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Sometime I'll have to show you the ones that didn't turn out. This bull moose and his companion did a little play-fighting--both up on their hind legs--it almost looked like they were dancing.
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This is incredible! Nice light anyway, sunset is the best! Weren't you afraid of.. him??
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Thank you! I'm glad you like it. There wasn't really any danger because I was inside my car leaning out the window with my camera resting on the side-view mirror. Also, I used a telephoto lens so he was farther away than it looks in the photo. He and his pal didn't seem too bothered... they were very focused on end-of-the-day munching.
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I understand! I would be scared anyway, we don't have such big animals like this one in Italy!!
I saw you used a great tele lens, 420mm!! What lens is it? It's really sharp.
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Moose are gigantic creatures, but they don't usually bother people unless they feel threatened. I'm always thrilled when I see one.
The lens is a 300mm Nikon coupled with a teleconverter. I really like the lens even though it's a bit slow to focus.
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I really wish I could see one one day
Thank you anyway 
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You're young... plenty of time to see moose.
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I hope so.. also visiting natural parks of america, it's my dream!
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And over here we dream of going to Italy.
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It's a pity it's such a long trip
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True, but perhaps that makes it more of an adventure?
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Woohoo! A smashing good shot, Tris! Incredible details in this. Well done!
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All credit goes to the handsome moose. 
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Oh wow! 
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I was thrilled to see such a healthy splendid moose! He's probably lost his rack by now, so I was lucky to catch him when I did.
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Yes indeed, it wouldn't be the same without the antlers. Glad to see you finally tackled Lightroom and are enjoying it.....
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Lightroom does things I never dreamed it could do... I have much to learn but am very excited.
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That's wonderful! You'll learn fast if you're excited instead of nervous. Fun, isn't it?
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Fun, yes, and will become more so as I get to know what I'm doing.
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fantastic! not only do I love the nature shot but, I love the nature story here.... very nicely done!
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Many thanks! Now if I could just get the focus right...
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you did very well... you are welcome!
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teehee..didnt know moose were into the nose candy! seriously though, this is a wonderful shot, Tris! some really nice light you got and love how all the attention goes to the moose' eye and face..beautiful creature! amazing job for your first image with LR..excellent work 
welcome for the recommendation..let me know if you have any questions
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This photo was mostly for practice since the focus isn't spot on. But I've read most of Kelby's guidebook on Lightroom and am just so excited by what it possible--it's like a whole new world.
Now if only you and LeeAnne would come up with a tutorial...
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really is a whole new world..cool thing is you can use both LR and PS now 
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Well, if you figure it out, keep your fan base posted. You and LeeAnne have got some mad skills.
P.S. And here we thought moose were fine, upstanding citizens.
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hehe..i blame it on perr pressure by flying squirrels with the name of Rocky...
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Great processing, Tris! Addam is a pretty smart guy when it comes to suggesting ways to process better. You've got a good teacher. 
Despite the great processing, you had a great shot to begin with...love that golden light!
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Thanks, LeeAnne. I have much to learn about processing with Lightroom but I'm really excited. It is a HUGE step up from Elements. And as to this shot, the focus isn't perfect but I had to post it because the moose was such a healthy, handsome specimen.
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You're welcome, Tris.
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You can't see the other bull moose in this pic, but the two of them put on quite a show. They had a mock fight while I was watching... went straight up in the air. Amazing.
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You should go check it out in the late afternoon one of these days. I think I got up there around 4 pm. There were quite a few elk right after I turned onto the road to Kelly, and then just a short ways further (where the road curves) these two bull moose. I think it's because there's still good forage there thanks to the lack of snow.
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Thank you, Alice. I'm glad you like it.
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