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Description
Botswana
This young cub was intently watching his 2 playmates as he vigorously scratched on his natural scratching "post, " in wonderful golden light.
I’m often reminded that the big cats are just big housecats in many ways.
Specific Feedback
All comments and suggestions very welcome
Technical Details
Sony A1
28-200 @ 200
File Name: H:\AA4Zen4\RJB04320-ARW copy 2.jpg
Date Taken: 2023-05-17 08:08:54
Exposure Time: 1/2500 sec
F Number: f/8
ISO Speed Ratings: ISO 4000
Exposure Program: Manual
Metering Mode: Multi-segment
Exposure Bias: 0 EV
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I love how the golden light illuminated the cub’s body, casting a warm glow that highlighted its features beautifully, and the curious look is too intriguing.
The image is good as presented and I understand why you included the ‘natural scratching post’ for showing his behaviour, but I am also thinking whether a portrait orientation would enhance this image. It might draw more attention to the cub and its curious expression.
Great capture of the little one. I agree with @sandipan about the light. My preference is for the first image, which shows the cub with the scratching post. The darker parts of the tree near the bottom right corner acts as a leading line from dark to the light of the cub. Upon leaving the animal’s eyes and moving around the image I think that the claws on the right hind foot give a nice indication of the role they will play as the cub grows. Well done.
I find that sometimes a close crop or portrait may look intentional as it slightly distorts the animals features.
