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The Big Picture


The Big Picture
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Copyright: Bob Airhart (bobair) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 384 W: 84 N: 1259] (4614)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-06-18
Categories: Mammals
Camera: Canon EOS 40D, Canon 100-400L 4.5-5.6 IS USM
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/800 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Theme(s): CeltickRanger's favorite Fox photos [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2008-06-21 16:59
Viewed: 550
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 22
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Today's photo I call "The Big Picture" because it shows in smallish detail most of the group of 11 kits I have spent much time enjoying and photoing.I only wish it had not been so cloudy at the time of the shoot because their colours would look nicer and the details a bit more pronounced.This photo does look very nice in it's actual size however and I thought that you may enjoy it just the same as well as the two additional photos in the workshop.The den shown has three entrances and the other den has four.This den and the unseen one have been excavated in the sides of what would be the foundation for a condominium project not yet realized and a larger view would show just how close these little guys are from people's homes.They are very much adored and photoed by people here in High River and I can't blame them for that.The first time I saw them,I counted 11 kits and as of yesterday there are still 11 very healthy and playful kits to be seen.All photos have been resized and slightly sharpened using Paint.Net. Bob
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Hello Bob,
The big picture:-). Got it.
I count 8. Definitely fun.
TFS
Annick

The big picture - excellent title as it is very fitting. I can still appreciate this (and would love to see it in all it's glory, the original), but I am captivated by what I see here.

I'm happy to hear people taking pride in these youngsters! I still love the colors, and how they are so relaxed around you! Some are relaxing, others are both alert and relaxed, and one is exploring - ah the exploits of a large family. I'm glad I'm not the one that had to nurse so many. :)

I love the black one. The POV here is incredible because of what it encompasses. This is so beautiful just the way it is, and the sharpness is amazing as are the colors. Thanks for letting us watch these with you!

Canada is looking better and better each day - I'd love to be a photographer there...ah, who am I kidding? I would be a photographer anywhere I could find wildlife! :)

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  • Mariol Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 165 W: 10 N: 1053] (4333)
  • [2008-06-21 18:48]

Hi Bob,
Incredible images! Very good quality and well framed.
I hope the excavations won't start too soon. I also hope they have enough food to grow up healthy. Their parents might be very busy hunting for 11 kits!
Have a nice weekend,
Mario

Dear Bob,
No doubt it is one of the finest displays of Canadian wildlife reflecting the social life of this animal. Cheers.
Regards-Subhash

Hello Bob,
The title fit well on this beautiful image with the whole group of them in their natural environment!
the image is fine with sharpness, very good colour and details
many thanks for the notes as well
best regards
tony

hello Bob

i am laughing and smiling while looking your image
because i love it, superb scene of these adorable wild animals,
fine POV, excellent sharpness and details, i love each ones pose
and specially the pose of the 2 one of the top, TFS

Asbed

great family pic, TFS Ori

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1888 W: 245 N: 6180] (22002)
  • [2008-06-22 13:11]

Wow! They must be a handful for the poor parents :-)
Very good capture!
Really detailed and extremely sharp.
Perfect lighting and natural colours.
Superb composition.

I like the other two shots as well :-)

Great work, Bob!

Cheers,
Joe

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  • Enzo63 (34)
  • [2008-06-22 14:26]

Hallo Bob this is a WONDERFUL PICTURE very very beautiful
Tank you for this shot

Bye Vincenzo

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  • Adanac Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1111 W: 1 N: 4518] (15132)
  • [2008-06-22 18:41]

Hello Bob,
Well it appears to me the condominium project was a success with the foxes. My Lord they sure seem to enjoy this place and the attention of the residents of High River. I am so glad that people can watch and learn from these playful cubs. Great job with your mant photos of these cute guys and that black phase is just amazing. Thanks for sharing my friend and keep up the great work.
Rick

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  • cris Silver Note Writer [C: 4 W: 0 N: 19] (227)
  • [2008-09-09 9:43]

Hi again,
This is a real succes, foxes in their natural habitat.
All the best & TFS.

Cris

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