Willard & I visited Shenandoah National Park this morning in search of rutting whitetails. As we traveled down Skyline Drive before dawn numerous bucks crossed the road in our headlights. It was obvious that the rut was on.
After an early morning encounter with a massive buck near Spitler Knoll the does arrived from the west side of the mountain followed by this young buck. With the colorful morning sky for a background, the buck posed for a moment before continuing on in his quest for a mate.
The buck action was quite brisk upon our arrival but, died off early. Over the next few days I will be sharing more of the images captured on this adventure.
For more Camera Critters click HERE
Awesome photo for Camera Critters!!
ReplyDeleteJust beautiful.
Talk about a marvelous backdrop Wow sandy
ReplyDeleteAwesome!!
ReplyDeleteOMGosh, check him out! It's as if he's saying, "Hello, Yes, Take My Picture - I'll Be Still, But Only Once!!!" hehehe Great shot!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous with the colors of the sunrise in the background.
ReplyDeleteI have a small award for you at my place.
Gorgeous! I also like the background that you've captured.
ReplyDeleteCould have been a skywatch toi. Majestic image.
ReplyDeleteSalty: That would have even been a great Sky Watch photo. It's a winner either way.
ReplyDeleteThat's an amazing photo: you have a really good eye ... and lots of patience. Or are they posing for you? Great work.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beauty. I am in awe. I rarely see the deer when I have a camera in hand or the time to stop and really appreciate them. Thanks for sharing this beauty with us.
ReplyDeleteWonderful colors for your backdrop for the deer.
ReplyDeleteWow!! The buck against that beautiful background makes one terrific photograph!!
ReplyDeletehe looks so friendly against that gorgeous sky!
ReplyDeleteA perfect portrait! And the color just adds.
ReplyDeleteBelow I really liked all your nuthatch photos (and the header, too). Wonderful the poses in which you captured them. And the "Halloween House" looks so all-American--warm and inviting.
This is one of my favorite photos EVER (I've probably said that about some of your other photos before, but that's just because you're a great photographer)! Deer are one of my favorite animals, and I collect deer items such as figurines, paintings, and photos. I truly LOVE this photo Salty - Do you ever sell any of your prints?
ReplyDeleteFantastic photo! Looks like he posed for you.
ReplyDeleteExcellent shot! Just plain beautiful from top to bottom.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous shot Salty!
ReplyDeleteTotally awesome and the morning light is a fantastic backdrop Salty.
ReplyDelete