This was taken from a small boat off the coast of Kodiak. It was a rather rough day so the photographing was not the best. I could not help but smile when I saw this beautiful seal lying on this small island just staring at me. He allowed me to get quite close though and it was a special moment for us both I hope.
Nikon D 300
Nikon 300 mm F2.8
ISO 400
1/1600, F10
manual
hand held.
Nice comp and I like the way you handled the contrasty situation. However, the image still looks like it has a bit too much contrast on my monitor. I am on my laptop, so it could be that.
I like the angle of the seal in relation to the rocks. I also like the seaweed and barnacles. For me, the lines of waves in the BG provide a nice, smooth contrast to the sharper texture of the seaweed covered rocks.
Hi Judy Lynn,
Maybe a tad less on the contrast but the pose and look is excellent. You even have some detail in the black holes of eyes!!! Nicely done!
Seal From Off The Coast Of Kodiak
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