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    Another one from the archives... this guy was the first one we spotted on shore, shot from a moving zodiac.

    Thanks to those who posted or viewed on the last posting.

    Steve

    Subject: Polar bear (Ursus maritimus)
    Location: Svalbard
    Camera: Canon EOS-1D X Mark II
    Lens: EF500mm f/4L IS II USM HH
    Exposure: 1/800s at f/8 ISO1000 EV -0.33
    Original format: Landscape, slight crop
    Processed via: LRC 12.0.0 & PS'23 24.0.0
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    Lovely image and framing is superb, Steve. Superb colours and tonality, wonderful detail.

    I like the pose, very much. And POV is great. Those patches of snow/ice add context to this frame.

    Subject is super sharp despite the moving zodiac, did you have any support at all?
    Stunning work in the field and PP work is faultless - love it

    Warmest regards,
    Gabriela Plesea

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    Hi Steve .... this image does show the future of climate and PB´s IMHO .
    Icefree environment and a PB with a " depressive " facial expression .... well this a very subjective description of mine , but was my initial thought on openeing the thread .
    Technically nicely done when taking the techs into account .
    Nicely processed as expected .

    Good work all around

    TFS Andreas

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    Super shot Steve, the way things are going we won't be seeing too many Polar bears . Andreas makes a most apt observation.

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    " depressive " facial expression
    Next time Andreas you should come with me, I will let you tickle the Polar bear and I will get the shot of him/her rolling about in hysteria, plus what happens next.
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    Can't afford to go along your route .... and I am very skeptical that the options will be as good as in the past .
    As things do change dramatically alongside the climate change .
    Would present the PB my " woolen grey card " on my feet and he would start to smile for you .... and be a happy camper for a " better image "

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    Can't afford to go along your route .... and I am very skeptical that the options will be as good as in the past .
    As things do change dramatically alongside the climate change .
    Would agree, I think we were very fortunate to go the opposite way and strike Gold compared to Loi. Everywhere is affected sadly by Climate change (or is that fake news?) and perhaps limits our choice from what we used to know. In addition costs has gone through the roof, hate to think what I would get charged for a Private vehicle in Bots now!!!!
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    A beauty of a frame, Steve. Love the POV, and the evocative pose/setting.

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    Thank you Bill.
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    One of the better images i have seen for a long time. Its all just magnificent imo

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    I echo all the comments of others; this is a great image. Shooting angle makes for much better connection with subject that the overhead-type shot I've seen elsewhere. Curious if the animal will be around when I have enough money to go and see it.....

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