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Very nice, I like it! Nice subtle changes, thank you so much! I take it no need for RP
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I was not there (fortunately!), but for me the OP seems to better capture the desert light. The RP has more contrast and pop, but a Puff Adder head on is more than enough pop for me.
Douglas Bolt
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Hi Gabriela, you have a terrific series of images of this subject and folks are in for a treat.
When I originally saw this, I felt there was too much OOF body on the RHS and it needed more 'negative' space to the LHS to help balance things, but it can work both ways. I like Andreas's RP as there is more definition & clarity, but I wonder if the sand in the OP is better and adds more separation. Well done in the techs and goes to show you needed f/18, perhaps even f/22, some might have just gone to f/8, so top marks. Low POV is just so right here with perfect eye level contact. You should be very pleased with yourself in getting these captures.
TFS
Steve
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Dear Steve,
Thank you from the heart for kind words and advice! Glad to say this trip provided opportunities for me to photograph other species, usually it's just lions, hyenas, jackals and leopards
I too like Andreas's RP. Will see how I can improve this frame, worth another look. Cannot wait to share more...
Warmest regards,
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Hi Gabriela - This is the stuff of nightmares! Again, better you than me. It is a beautiful image though. Great low pov and dof. I like seeing the curve of the body too and having the tongue out adds immensely. I do like the additional details and clarity of Andreas' rp but the slightly warmer tones/colors of your op.
TFS,
Rachel
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Gabriela, I take my hat off to you, I am not sure just how keen I would have been to take this image myself, it may not be that fast but I am not sure how fast I would have been if I had slipped trying to get out of the way!!
I think this is outstanding, I love the low angle and head on view. If you take a good look at the eyes it reminds me of Hissing Sid the snake. I don't mind the rest of the body showing, it emphasises the girth, they are pretty substantial reptiles.
Just for info .....regarding the head I tried a very simple adjustment lowering the brightness just a little and boosting contrast slightly, I left the rest of the image as is.
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u take a good look at the eyes it reminds me of Hissing Sid the snake
Jon, that's a British link that I doubt many would know - along with Timid Toad, Reckless Rat, Artful Owl and Batty Bat.
Cheers
Capt Beaky
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Thank you Marc, very kind words, much appreciated:)
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Hi Gabriela, I love all snakes and this is a fabulous capture. I have only been able to photograph captive Puff Adders before...what a thrill it must have been to see and photograph it in the wild. Can't wait to see what other snakes you have to post :)
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Thank you so much Andrew,
Indeed a thrill to have such opportunity, I guess it was worth baking in the sun to get a few shots.
I have images of a Cape Cobra taken in very harsh lighting conditions, it might need a bit of work. As soon as I manage to process a few I will be happy to share:)
Have a wonderful day,
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Gabriela Plesea
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Hi Gabriela, a spectacular image, great low POV, golden light, the HA with that bifid tongue sticking out really make this image a classic! Well done in keeping your calm and getting this shot!!!!
Cheers,
Sanjeev
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Hmmm.i'd question your sanity dearest Gabby,but for the fact that given the chance and a bit more specific knowledge ,i'd probably have been besides you,not sure about dropping my gear though,meh i'm fast enough when I want to be I guess some of us are jst drawn to snakes,where as others probably more normal folks it has to be said ,have the flight response more cemented in their psyche
Seriously though Gabby this is one tremendously special image I adore it,much to ponder on DOF of late,this is a sublime choice for me tongue flick too. Ahh Gabbyproper awesomeness here ,beyond your bravery,one has to see the shot,then execute,all done so well.
Gabby Puff adders another that those books of africa taught me about as a child. I find them amongst the most beautiful of snakes,but i've never really seen one captured like this.
For me mate it just ticks all the boxes,I 'll just run expletives at you because I like the shot so much.
Brilliant mate,no BS straight from the heart stuff, brilliant. I have seen alot of amazing shots here incredible use of light,incredible animals some I know some new. Every now and then an image is shown that I know i'll remember for eons ,this is one of those very few at the top for me .
still might question your sanity though
Cor what a treat Gabby thank you for sharing this made my weekend
Stu
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