Wildlife

Lions & Tigers & Bears, Oh My

Wildlife photography is often described as both incredibly rewarding and downright frustrating, all at the same time. I bet you already know the reason why. I have heard it compared to trying to catch smoke. One moment you are focused on the perfect shot and within a blink of an eye, your subject is gone. Never to be seen again. Actually, come to think of it, catching smoke is easier.

From personal experience, I can assure you that patience is a virtue in the field. Admittedly, some days I packed enough patience and some days I should have stayed indoors. This is to say, wildlife seldom operates on my (or anyone else’s) schedule. I have frequently heard that successful wildlife photographers often spend hours waiting for the perfect shot. Some wildlife photographers recount spending days and weeks for a single shot.

As “they” say, timing is everything. The lighting has to be right and the wildlife has to be in the right place at the right time. Lastly, everything must remain motionless long enough for your camera to do its magic. I have read that it’s this dance that keeps the challenge and the thrill alive. Yeah, some days I should have stayed indoors.

More Thoughts on Wildlife Photography…

Personally, I have never been a big (or little) fan of lemons. And it seems, unless you specifically request otherwise, you’ll find a slice of one floating in your water glass. I always wonder, where has that lemon been lying about, just waiting to take a dip in my water glass?

And, let’s not forget lemon’s cousin, the lime. He can be found here, there, and everywhere just as well. And if that isn’t bad enough, shove him down the neck of your beer bottle. Are you kidding me? Good freaking grief. Next thing you know, they’ll want me to use oil and vinegar for salad dressing.