Species: Elk | Location: Rocky Mountain National Park, Estes Park, Colorado, USA
We were returning from a wonderful hike to Gem Lake, west of Estes Park, Colorado, and I was happy to call it a day, reminiscing about the fabulous shots I had taken on the trail. All of a sudden there was this beautiful creature, as if sitting in court, a hundred feet off the road. I got out, asked my family to be patient and quiet - as I know I was stalking gold. I approached him humbly and slowly, shooting as I approached. I had only a prime (non telephoto) lens so I knew it would be a "shoot first, zoom later" series. Happily, the light held, and he didn't walk away. Years later he remains to me a symbol of the magnificence of nature's animals and terrains. I hope you enjoy this!
About The Photographer
Chrystos is an avid hiker and swimmer, and loves to explore the Rocky Mountains' trails and lakes, flora and fauna; in glorious weather as well as "bad" weather! He feels our four legged friends can enrich us deeply - aesthetically, scientifically and spiritually. We should cherish and protect our friends on this planet, from lizards to moose to elephants. Even insects have deep lessons for us if we are willing to learn. Chrystos feels profoundly grateful to be alive, able, and photographing the flora and fauna of our awesome planet.
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