Shooting information:Date: 3/25/2008
1/500 F10 ISO 250 Sigma Lens 320MM
Location: Beartooth Mountain Range, Wyoming
I just wanted to share with you some more of our high country's beautiful creatures. This majestic Big Horn Sheep was standing above me on a cliff and I was so caught up in the moment. I absolutely love the look in this guys eyes, as "His Majesty" looks down on me from his elevated position.
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Very nice. The current issue of Outdoor Photographer magazine has an article on Wyoming's photography hot spots, it's pretty interesting.
This picture is beautiful, as is this music in the background. I have friends who visit the west and share their pictures, and I realize just how much of this beautiful country I haven't seen yet and want to see. Big Horn Sheep, pronghorns. wolves, moose, big cats, and how many other things have I not seen, except in a zoo? A wonderful post!
Its look seems to be suggesting, "Follow me if you can!".
OH WOW Stacey they are beautiful
What a thrill to see them up close WOW
Thanks for sharing
Good morning John, I will have to find that issue, thanks for the heards up..
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Sandpiper, thank you! I never know how people will take to the music. I will Look forward to seeing photos of your visit to the west :)
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me and camera, Not tempting at all, I can't climb like they can.. and I have seen what they can do with their horns.. OWch!
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Deemom, thanks so much!
Perfect name for the picture of the day!! I love to see these creatures on your blog that I can not see in PA. Thanks for sharing 'His Majesty' with us!
HEADS up. oops.
Jalynn, Thanks, it is my honor to share these photos. I enjoy taking them so much..
You are so very fortunate to be able to witness some of God’s greatest creatures at their best. Stunning photo, as always.
Hi Stacey,
I could have taken a picture of a porcupine looking down at me yesterday but....don't tell anyone...I didn’t want to take the time to stop the car and get out!!!! WHATS WRONG WITH ME!!!!
Your picture is great and I like this George Winston also...I heard "Walking on Air" the other day on Audio Visions....I should get the cd!!! Thanks for sharing!! Oh and Daisy Lu (my little dog) is a Jack Russell/shih tzu mix!!(Jack-tzu!) I LOVE her Jack side!!
He IS looking at you! Fantastic...
Good one. He's definitely keeping an eye on things, and those horns are something else.
Majestic shot indeed. Thanks for the visit and the great comment.
I'm intrigued by the ``folds'' in the horns - just beautiful.
Great shot! They are so majestic, aren't they? I have seen them in Rocky Mt. National Park CO, and Cody, WY.
A fantastic photo with a very nice soundtrack.
It was ages I didn´t hear George Winston ... thank you for that.
Me&puppies. Thanks so much. I know how lucky I am and I try real hard every day to honor this and NOT take it for granted.. Thanks so much
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Eve.. You are such a NUT!!LOL You told everyone NOT ME! LOL
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Mary, :-)
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Mike Their horns are amazing. I found a wolf kill one last spring and it is spectacular.
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David, The horns have what look like folds, and the larger of these are actually growth rings. Thanks for stopping by.
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Kathiesbirds, Cody Wyoming, by home area.. Beautiful animals up both the North and South Fork..
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Quintarantino, I heard George Winston on someone elses site, he plays beautifully..I would like to find more similar music if anyone knows of anyone else that may be on playlist..
Great shot. Shows how majestic these animals are.
Majestic is an apt description of a marvelous shot! Thank you for sharing them with those of us who will never get the chance to see one ourselves.
Awesome shot, Stacy!
I've been looking around on your blog, and you have the best photographs around! And you said my turkey was a good shot. Hah, not compared to that Tom you have on here. But then again, I just have a little Kodak digital, a humble camera takes humble pictures.
Thank you for visiting me. I'll be back to look around more here. You are a very talented photographer!
Best wishes,
Renie
Some day we'll have to take a trip out west--all these creatures you're showing us are amazing.
Digital Ted, thanks so much for stopping by..
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Jan, I am happy to post this photos for everyone to see.. Your comments and your time are greatly appreciated
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Thanks Renie, I am humbled by your compliments. and you turkey was great.
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Diary, There are plenty of animals to photograph out west we look forward to your visit.
This is one level beyond majestic.
Majestiker (I made a new word).
Great photo and thanks for sharing.
Stacey: Great shot of the Big Horn, that is something we never get to see. Thanks for sharing.
BTW: I'm careful when taking the photos.
Oh my goodness! These are such majestic animals. I have been fortunate to see them a few times and they are awe-inspiring. Beautiful photo.
Majestic is the perfect word! I love the textures of this. The rings on his horns show so clearly. I love this picture.
Wow, majesty indeed! He looks as if he's entirely above you, just deigning to turn his eyes downwards to get a nicer angle on his fine head.
Cheers,
David Webb: Nature Pictures
great looking animal!!! and wonderful music too
What an incredibly beautiful collection of photos!
Thanks for your nice comment on mine -- I gave you a link. Keep up the great work!
Hi Stacey, The call them Big Horn "Cheap" here in the Valley. I had the same feeling when I saw them too.
Hi Stacey - I left a comment on here yesterday, but I guess it got lost - this is magnificent - the post is perfectly titled.
Nice shot.
Very well framed.
the lighting is nice too.
Hey Stacey,
I'm just now getting back to people that sent me such nice comments on my site after my daughter's accident Saturday night. That was so kind of you! Thank you!
I wasn't sure which site to respond to but.... WOW! I am amazed at the wonderful photos on here...and your "Falcon and Rehab" page was very cool.
GREAT work. I am coming back when I have more time!
Thanks again...
Joyce
P.S. I loved all the music too!
Texas Travelers: I like new words, jsut ask Eve what slow Fuzzy water is :o
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Fishing guy :-) My grandma used to do that when we were driving down the mountain passes with her. She is still alive and well, so I guess there is a techinique to it LOL thanks!
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Janice, they are usually pretty hidden, I think that is what makes them so cool to see..
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Byrningbunny thanks so much
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Morning David! Your visits are always looked forward to.
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evlahos thanks so much
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aphotoaday Thanks for the link! and the comments
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Texican, Morning Pappy!
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The Bird Lady, So sorry, not sure what happend!thanks for your beautiful words!
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David Bowman :-)
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Joyce, thanks so much, I am just glad to hear that your children are ok..
before I read the caption, I thought. I love the way the photo captures the sheep looking down at you. It like he is he is truly king of the mountain.
Sand, LOL you nailed it right on.. thanks for the visit..
When I was a kid I would read Jack O'Connors stories in Outdoor Life about sheep hunting and dream of someday hunting these majestic creatures. Your photo brought these memories flooding back.
Thanks for sharing this amazing shot.
Professional quality work as is the previous photo of the Sandhill Crane!
Stunning work!
In reference to you comment on my blog, I may write a post discussing shooting in RAW in the near future.
Thanks for your many visits and comments!
Salty, so glad to bring back happy memories. :') Nature has a wonderful way of doing that to us doesn't it?
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Thanks Willard I look forward to your post on RAW!
wouldn't want to butt heads with him.. would be like buttin heas with my wife, ouch.. Hawk
They certainly earn their horns, and their rights to bear them Stace.
Absolutely beautiful, I also loved the mustang pic, but honored the wordless wednesday thing. hahahaha
metta
;-) and Hawk, you know that you wouldn't win anyhow..
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Sky, Thanks for taking the time to comment. I know what a busy life everyone out there lives, esp with the warm spring days coming upon us..Good one on the wordless wed. by the way.. LOL
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