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A few lesser Del Valle dragons

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A few lesser Del Valle dragons - 08-16-2011, 08:20 PM

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Lesser in the sense that I didn't get the shots of these that I wanted but took the shots I could.

#1 Wandering glider not wandering

#2 This ringtail just would not perch any higher

#3 Flag-tailed spinyleg with prey

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08-18-2011, 01:50 PM


I like #1. Of course, as you know, background is too busy in #2. TOo much branch in #3 again :( but great timing with the catch.

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08-18-2011, 02:03 PM


I know the background is completely cluttered, but I love #2. Such beautiful eyes!

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08-18-2011, 03:20 PM


I like the second image too (the eyes make it) - the background is not too distracting as it is just enough OOF .

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08-18-2011, 05:56 PM


I like #2 as well...you could always work some PS magic on the BG...

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08-20-2011, 07:47 AM


Nice use of what Mother Nature would give you. : )

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Excellent shots Garrett!

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08-20-2011, 08:34 AM


Uh, I didn't do it. These are Ken's wonderful works :D I will, go ahead and take that as a compliment though!

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