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Cheetah

Relaxed Cheetah Boy

Relaxed Cheetah Boy
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Jul, 2016

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Behind The Lens

Location

This shot was taken close to the Lodge where we stayed on Karongwe Private Game Reserve. I am a self taught photographer, so every shot is a challenge and a lesson to me!

Time

This is probably my best shot and one of the first shots that i took that was worth posting. It was at approximately 17h00 on the 15th of August 2015 in the afternoon and i did not realize it at the time yet, but as everybody calls it the "Golden Hour".

Lighting

The lighting was great and did not need any adjusting. The sun was setting behind me in its golden rays and the cheetah's eyes had an amber glow in it which i could not describe in more words, the shot is self explanatory!

Equipment

At the time i had the Nikon D200, with a Sigma 70-300 Lens and i used a Tripod. I am never without my tripod!

Inspiration

I am passionate when it comes to wildlife and nature and the cheetah always inspire me! There numbers are dwindling and they are a very vulnerable species and that inspires me to take as much pictures as i can of cheetah in the wild.

Editing

I do use post processing if shots are taken during the middle of the day or if the sun is in front of the camera, then white balance needs to be adjusted. I try to use camera settings on my Nikon, the metering button is quite impressive for this particular problem. I also use Lightroom CC (Exposure/Contrast/Tint/) for over exposure.

In my camera bag

I have my Nikon D4S for which i saved for quite a while, my Sigma 150-600mm Sports lens, which is to my knowledge the best value for your money for Wildlife & Bird Photography. I also have a small bean bag and a tripod, which i am never without and i carry my Tripod everywhere with me! I also have a smaller Nikon 80-400mm lens in my bag, but the aforementioned is my favourite as the cats are never that close especially the lions. I also use a Sigma 105mm WR UV Filter with my Sigma 150-600mm Lens.

Feedback

I would say that the best advice would be to have patience, keep on trying and look at the composition of other Photographers and be your toughest critic. Be prepared to take your time and never be in a hurry to take your shot! The best time to take your shot is before 07h00 in the mornings and after 17h00 in the afternoons in summer, in winter the times will differ. Listen to advice when given and there are so many online courses but as in my case, it just took time to learn/practice and to get to know your camera!

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Cheetah

Relaxed Cheetah Boy

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