MISSING - One Cub

Gallery: WildlifePosted November 21, 2016128 views10 comments

Great Bear Rainforest of Northern BC Canada, where Grizzly Bear families form an integral part of the environment.
The tide was out but coming in strong, as we found this Grizzly Mom and three cubs (one cub missing & investigating) on a small island. The family was very comfortable with our quiet approach and observations. The tide consumed the island after about 45 minutes , then they all moved off into the forest. A very special moment to be rememberd !!:)

Nikon D600, Nikon 200-400VR F4 lens on active VR, (while in the Floating Zodiac boat)
ISO 1800, @ F5.6, 1/250, Slightly cropped, one pass NR, Hand Held,

Comments appreciated

Bill
www.BillBickle.com

Comments

10 comments

Comment posted by Stephen Kaluski on November 21, 2016 at 2:44 PM

Love any encounter with Bears Bill and this must have been a cool sighting, especially with the cubs. Aren't they just the greatest to photograph and watch.

Bill if you have added any Contrast or Clarity I might back off, likewise the sharpening, it's looking a bit 'crunchy' on the bigger version IMHO.

TFS
Steve

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Comment posted by Max Waugh on November 22, 2016 at 12:56 AM

Bill, I think it's great that you can see everyone's eyes here. It does seem a tick dark to me, but overall it's a nice family portrait.

Max

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Comment posted by Ana on November 22, 2016 at 10:00 AM

Really nice expression in all the faces, and charmingly grouped. I really like that one cub with just the eyes peeking out and the row of little ears. That one cub's hump is really pronounced, isn't it?

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Comment posted by Richard Sandor on November 22, 2016 at 10:29 AM

Bill: excellent capture. I really like the poses of all he bears and especially like the direct eye contact. Techs are spot on. Richard

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Comment posted by Lon Sharp on November 22, 2016 at 11:34 AM

The really excellent eye contact expression on all three is what makes this one special. Nice.

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Comment posted by Ed Williams on November 22, 2016 at 1:17 PM

Love the wonderful, relaxed looks Bill. The colors seem really nice and deep green like a rainforest. Great detail in the fur and grass.

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Comment posted by William Bickle on November 24, 2016 at 9:36 AM

Hello

Ana,.. yes his grizzly hump is already prominent.

Richard, Lon,.... hard to get them all in-synch , but great when it comes together.

Max, Steve,Ed,...thanks for taking time to give your comments and feedback. Always interesting to get the varied ,individual, critiques! :)

Bill
www.billbickle.com

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Comment posted by Ken Archer on November 26, 2016 at 6:08 AM

A beautiful family portrait you captured here Bill! Love mom's expressive head twist.

Excellent Work laugh

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Comment posted by William Bickle on November 26, 2016 at 8:04 AM

Hello Ken,... miss seeing your submissions !
Yes, Mom was amazing, ... She seemed quite tired overall and very comfortable with our closeness. I think the three cubs tired her out with them being so active , and her trying to be aware of surrounding dangers and just feeding them, would take a toll on her, after a long summer.

Bill
www.billbickle.com

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Comment posted by Ingrid Vekemans on November 29, 2016 at 12:40 PM

BEAUTIFUL eye contact. Great shot, Bill! devil

Grt, Ingrid.

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