Originally posted by swanlefitte But I did get shots of wildlife to far away to make a good picture for my headache and skipped good shots because it was too much headach to switch glass for the 80th time.
Sounds like efforts for wildlife shots were a wash, even with the 55-300mm tele zoom lens. That kind of thing depends on luck, it seems. But I know what you mean. I was out and about with entirely different interests and expectations of the area I was visiting, when not far above the treetops an eagle came soaring and circling. I had to change lenses to get more tele, and got a shot or two off before the big bird disappeared. Not really enough time or opportunity to get an ideal shot. Sometimes, however, it is not necessary to get a wildlife closeup for an impressive result, but instead a capture within the context of a wider view of the scene, yet not too wide, in order to insure the wildlife's presence will be a feature of the composition. Other fine impressions of wildlife closeups generally require patients and the right equipment in a good setup, good lighting, and position for shooting... or darn good luck!
I do notice that most photos of this or other similar parks do not often contain wildlife, but are centered around scenic views. And even those that do are more often of wildlife used to having people around and are taking their time, even hanging around near the road. Hopefully, not being fed!
It is of course important to have friends and/or family in many compositions to show their presence within the context, and the fine time had by all.
Last edited by mikesbike; 03-26-2022 at 01:01 AM.