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"Snake"-Part 2


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Copyright: Jim White (jmirah) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 506 W: 5 N: 1135] (4665)
Genre: Animals
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2007-08-31
Categories: Reptiles
Camera: KODAK Z612, 35-420mm Schneider Kreuznach Variogon
Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
Theme(s): Snakes - Serpientes - Serpents [view contributor(s)]
Date Submitted: 2007-09-14 11:47
Viewed: 1284
Points: 30
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
Garter Snake*
See Taxonomy

Interesting Fact: The female Garter Snake will eat only male prey

Garter Snake...Taxonomy

As I was trying to get a good photo of the frogs, I kept seeing a small Garter Snake circling the pond. It would slither in and out of the bushes and rocks as it seemed to be checking out the situation. Finally it entered the water and swam to some lily pads. I assumed it was waiting for a dragonfly or butterfly to make the fatal mistake of flying too close. A tourist couple passing the garden decided to stop. As they approached, I moved away from the pond hoping they wouldn't scare away the frog or snake. As we were discussing the different butterflies in the area there was a sudden commotion from the pond. Loud splashing and frantic croaking broke the serene silence. I quickly ran close to the pool and saw the poor snake trying desperately to keep a grasp on the thrashing frog. It was a battle soon lost by the over-matched snake. In defeat, it slithered out of the pond and back into the bushes. Unprepared, I was able to get one quick out-of-focus shot of the battle. It can be seen in workshop-Part 3.

*Garter Snakes are harmless and make good pets along with helping keep your garden/flower bed free of pests. Please be aware of the type of Garter Snake that inhabits your particular area and refrain from destroying them. Thanks :-)

Part 1...The Frog

Part 2...The Snake

Part 3...The Battle

No technical data on the photo because it's not a good shot

Cropped, darkened, 25% Neat Image noise reduction and resized for posting
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  • Silke Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 727 W: 98 N: 1694] (5406)
  • [2007-09-14 11:49]

Stunning colours and details and the perfect composition for this sinuous sin symbol :D
TFs
silke

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  • nglen Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2908 W: 34 N: 8625] (32146)
  • [2007-09-14 11:57]

Hi Jim. A very fine detailed shot of the snake. with rich colours . you have done well with the refection of the light not an easy shot to take. well done TFs. good notes too
Nick..

have a good weekend.

There is an almost painted, or hmmmmm...maybe it looks almost like film quality. It has a very unusual blending of color and pixels. Nicely done. Now if I can figure out how you did it:-)
Bob

Hello Jim,
Wonderful shot, very well composed!
Rare register of a sensational moment!
Beautiful colors; excellent sharpness and POV.
Congratulations for the beautiful work!
Well done!
Friendly,
José Roberto

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2493 W: 11 N: 6885] (21912)
  • [2007-09-14 13:56]

Hi Jim,

Wonderful shot of the snake on the lily pads. You did a fantastic job in a difficult situation. The colors and details are excellent. Excellent composition.

Jane

Impressionnant cet animal qui nage sur les nénuphares, très belle composition.
Bravo
Marie

Thanks for recording this confrontation for us! From the looks of image three, I would have bet on the snake. It's great to see things like this with a camera. Well done.

TFS!
Reid

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  • joey Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2001 W: 226 N: 6845] (24727)
  • [2007-09-15 0:35]

Hi Jim,
a nice capture of this Garter Snake.
+++ Great POV and composition, brilliant colours.
--- The noise reduction has decreased some of the detail but otherwise perfect :)
Great shot.
The photo of the battle has a lot of movement which is very effective.
Well done,
Joe

Hi Jim,
A beautiful water snake. And relaxed to know it is harmless. I also liked the WS "Battle". Though its a bit noisy but a rare to see shot. Very well done. Thanks a lot for sharing. This is a nice work.

Hi Jim,

A nice image of the garter snake, the photo has a good composition, sharpness and nice colors. Thanks for sharing.

Pierre

An excellent shot! Wonderful details and great layout/composition.
Really cool! :)

I never thought about a garter snake swimming, but there it is! It a nice capture. I like the angle of the snake and the nice, rich color.

TFS
Evelynn : )

Hi Jim,
really nice and natural "candid" shot of this garter snake, the focus is not everything, but the composition is excellent, I really love the combination between snakes, water lilies and dark but gloomy water, the reflection in water also giving an artistic touch as we could see it look like it been painted, the notes also great, I'm interested with the fact that the female species will always prey male victim, its kinda natural wonder

Wow Jim,
What a nice perspective and beautiful composition. This almost looks like a cartoon! I love those tones of colors and beautiful environment. This low POV is perfect. This is very nice and well done, congrats!
Claudine

Bonita composición con excelente encuadre. Muy bien el agua del fondo.

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