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    I am really looking forward to returning to the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park at the end of November.

    This is from our trip in October of last year. We found fresh lion tracks early one morning in the road and moments later came up behind this male as he was patrolling his territory. He was the leader of the pride even though he hadn't reached full maturity yet.

    Unfortunately the dry riverbeds of the Kgalagadi run more-or-less North-South meaning that you are either on the perfect or wrong side of the light at dawn and dusk. I still like how this came out with the dust he kicked up.

    All critique welcome...

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    Morkel,

    Very nice indeed, your comments on the light are correct, it is a nuisance to say the least.

    Good luck for your trip, it is a very special place.

    I hope you are avoiding the Christmas holiday period

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    Thanks Ken. I will avoid the 'rush' since we will only go for the last week of November, around 8 nights.
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    I'd say go bw, but i do like the dust catching light.

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    Hi Morkel,
    Nice image and I am always in the KTP, I am sure you will see.
    Best wishes, Mark.

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    Even with harsh light and not so interesting background subject pops out very well Morkel. Brilliant job.

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    very nice pose , would love to see in B & W
    TFS

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    Morkel - The dust does add to the image. I agree with Sid that despite the lighting conditions, you have made him pop nicely. Well done.

    TFS,
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    Nice pose captured here, and well processed, the dust makes it work. I like the textures and highlights in the lions mane. Good work here all around.
    cheers
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    The dust definitely adds to the image, wish the tail was visible...

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    Thanks very much for your kind comments, folks...
    As response to the 'baying of the crowd'', a B&W version...
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    Hey Morkel,

    I like the posture, placement, and the dust kicking up as mentioned. Agree also that the lion pops from the BG. Nicely done.

    I Just returned from 14 nights in Kagalagadi. Thanks so much for your suggestions with the itinerary!! Lots of new springbok hitting the ground this last week. Yes, the north/south valleys are a challenge with light. It is genuine gem of a park.

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    Thanks John! Glad you enjoyed your trip...let's see some photos!!
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