Old Man of the Sea

Gallery: WildlifePosted January 1, 2018102 views4 comments

A very old Sea Lion, hauled up on the rocks to rest from the hard work of catching salmon. I was able to get close enough for a nice portrait shot that showed his age.

Sony a6500, FE100400GSM @ 192mm, ISO-400, f/6.3, 1/500, hand held.

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4 comments

Comment posted by Lon Sharp on January 2, 2018 at 9:48 PM

Really nice detail. I looked long at the larger version (and recommend that all viewers view that version.) The only thing I could see as suggested improvement is that a single long whisker is cut off on the bottom edge of frame...and it would be ever slightly better if we could see it all! enlightened

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Comment posted by Jim Zablotny on January 3, 2018 at 10:07 PM

Hi Gary,

The whiskers are impressive and they must come in handy for feeling around for salmon. I like the pose and the expression on the sea lion's face.......................Jim

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Comment posted by Ed Williams on January 4, 2018 at 8:25 PM

Lon is absolutely right about looking at the larger version with this one. Extraordinary detail and fantastic gaze from the "Old Man" here Gary. He looks like he has fed very well this year.

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Comment posted by Ken Watkins on January 5, 2018 at 5:24 AM

Gary,
Wonderful capture devil

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