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    A few months ago I had the opportunity to play with a different lens than my usual macro lens. We spent 2 days at the Sabi Sands game reserve and I only came away with a few shots I'm OK with. My first love will always be insect photography but I did enjoy the experience with this lens (although difficult to get used to).:)
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    apert f8; ss 1/250; iso 200
    cropped, sharpened, nr, removed 3 ugly little twigs from the bottom edge and lightened some of the darker spots in the bg.

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    You did very well, light angle is good as well as exposure and detail. Very nice portrait of a beautiful cat. TFS
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    Nice portrait Vida, good light, comp & sharpness.
    Only wish for a bit more head turn towards the camera to take this up another level.
    TFS


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    Very nice and sharp, really pops out. Minor comment: from dog photography I've learned that the "mid-tongue" expression is rarely flattering. Better to have it all the way out, or in.

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    I agree with the previous comments. You should try with your bigger lens more often. Some more head turn would have been great. The image is sharp. Composition is fine. Thanks for sharing.

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    Hey Vida, I dont see any mini creatures here ;) I like the light quality, and you have exposed the colours nicely. Sharp, and I dont mind the slight hint of the tongue. Which camp or area where you in? Well captured.

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    Thank you all for the advice and feedback.:) Stu, we were at a lodge called Simbambili. Great lodge and excellent game viewing.:)

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    Thanks Vida. In 2008, we were at Ntombi house ( next door to Arathusa ) and a day at Kirkmann's camp.

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    Vida, this is a great shot of Salayexe sexy girl who lives in and around Simbambili, Ive been photographing her for 3 years now and just cant get enough of her. WHen were you at the lodge and did you see her cubs?

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    Peter, she is a beautiful leopard. I was at the lodge end of October last year. We did see the 2 cubs and they were so cute. We got real close to them and they treated us to some great fun when they chased a squirrel up a tree. I've never seen a squirrel jump so far!:)

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    Vida, she is a beaut. I shot her when she was about 3 months old, and I believe she is now also a mother. She has her Mother's ears!

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    Execellent image Vida , Light , pose, and details are just awesome
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