Pictures of Kermodei (Spirit Bear) - Nikon F90 / N90 Camera

Photographer	Shirley D. Cross {K:140542}
Project	N/A	Camera Model	Nikon F90 / N90
Categories	Photoart	Film Format	Film 35mm
Portfolio		Lens	Nikon 28-70mm f/2.8 ED-IF AF-S
Uploaded	7/24/2006	Film / Memory Type	Fuji Sensia RA
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Views	264	Shutter
Favorites	2	Aperture	f/
Critiques	18	Rating	6.50 / 3 Ratings
Location	City - ? State - BRITISH COLUMBIA Country - Canada
About	This is for Michael Kenny. In the Skeena River Valley, amid the mist and rain of the once virgin forest along British Columbia's coast, the Tsimshian-speaking people have long known of a rare white bear. A spirit bear that they believe possesses great power. They call it "Moksgm'ol". It is seldom seen, very rare and illusive. Wayne McRory, a biologist, has named it 'ursus Americanus kermodei', or Kermode for short. I 1988, my husband and i were vacationing in NW British Columbia and were very honored to have one of these rare wonderful bears wander across the road in front of us, then quietly graze in the grass at the roadside. In keeping with the uniqueness of this creature, I have placed it in this magical waterfall setting.

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Lana M {K:837} 7/24/2006

Very interesting ps work. I am glad you shared the story behind your work.

Ian Miller {K:7553} 7/24/2006

Great shot, both technically and artistically (my spelling does not look right lol). Great to read your info on it too. It is so good to get the phtographer/Artiste's views on their work. TY.

Ian

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you very much, Lana!

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you so very much, Ian! (Your spelling is perfect, BTW.):)

Giuseppe Guadagno

{K:33980} 7/24/2006

To capture a nice image it is easier then to create it. Brava a.u.!
Ciao Shirley.

Giuseppe

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you very much, Giuseppe!:)

stingRay . {K:136763} 7/24/2006

A beautifully devised shot my dear Shirley and at least on this occasion I can appreciate the techniques involved in it's creation. Two wonderful compositions and then comes the real work. The shutter speed to produce the silken waters was well chosen and the effects enhance the bear and it's rarity. Your excellent about is greatly appreciated. Well done to you sweetie. My very best wishes to you as always.....Ray

Gregory McLemore {K:25057} 7/24/2006

Absolutely breathtaking.

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you so very much, Gregory!

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you, again, dear Ray! This is the same waterfall as in "Aethereal Waterfall", but a slightly different view. One of my most favorite places.

Kambiz K

{K:37420} 7/24/2006

lovely well composed and colorful landscape

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you so very much, Kambiz!

luis pereira

{K:17925} 7/24/2006

Wonderful.

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you, Luis!

James Cook

{K:36725} 7/24/2006

Very well crafted shot and manipulation. Thanks for giving the little bit of history too.

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/24/2006

Thank you very much, James!

Phillip Minnis {K:13078} 7/25/2006

Oh, Shirley, another stunning creation! Wonderful colours, great comp! A pleasure to view!

Cheers

Phil

Shirley D. Cross

{K:140542} 7/25/2006

I'm so glad you like it, dear Phillip!:)

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