Birds of Prey

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Cindy Goeddel: " For 6 magical days in 2013, I was able to photograph and observe this Great Gray Owl. I learned its favorite hunting perches and I could often anticipate where it would fly to next. I would position myself far enough away as to not interfere with its hunting and quietly wait for hours on end for the chance that he would fly towards me for a photograph. Unfortunately, each time he obliged, the light was far less than optimal. These images will never win an award, but I am proud of them nevertheless. They were taken with deep respect and care to do no harm to the owl. They were taken after hours of observation and study of his behavior. They were taken without luring or baiting the owl into an artificial setting. Finally, they were processed in Lightroom without editing away the reality of the scene when I pressed the shutter.⠀ "

Apparently these sublime shots were realised in Montana. Reply