Proud Bull Elk

Please Don't!

I took this shot as we were leaving Benzette on Sunday. There seem to always be a few people who can't or won't abide by the law, or in this case, use good sense! Signs ask you to share your lunch with people not animals. A fun way of doing saying do not feed the elk! This a large & powerful WILD animal who is quietly munching on an apple in someones hand. Unfortunately he could change his attitude in seconds without notice. Should he injury a human who would be at fault? Would YOU want to be the reason an animal we enjoy viewing is terminated? In a few short weeks this same elk may walk up to another person, expecting to receive a treat, instead gets wounded or killed because a hunter is carrying a rifle not apples. Please, think about your actions.

Trip to the PA Elk Range

Andy & I made an all to infrequent trip to Benzette, Winslow Hill, & the PA Elk Range on Sunday. Like most elk enthusiasts, I like to get nice bull shots.......

But I don't mind a cow shot mixed in.........

or even a family portrait.

Turkeys

Sitting at my desk, hard at work stretching the checkbook to make ends meet, I looked up & was immediately cheered by a flock of turkeys wandering in the yard. They patiently waited while I did everything necessary to get the Rebel set up. No small task for me cause I get excited when there is wildlife around! I watched & captured for quite some time. As you see in the last shot they headed back into the small patch of woods. The large hen that seemed to be the boldest stopped to look into the woods, they all turned, came out into the yard & followed her to the neighboring field. While walking across a mowed area I was able to count 20 in this flock.

More Wedding Edits

The kiss......Desaturated. SpotlightThe grooms face is shadowded by his hat. May try adding a bit of fill light.

And More Wedding

Black & white conversions of the bride & groom.

With this ring...........

Bride's necklace.

Flower Girl

The bride's granddaughter & flower girl. Soooooo cute!