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Monochrome Monday #42

on Oct 05, 2015

In photography there is a reality so subtle that it becomes more real than reality. - Alfred Stieglitz

Africa is larger than life and many people that visit our beautiful part of Africa will agree with this statement. It is easy for us to take it for granted, being absorbed by it day in and day out, but by taking photographs on a daily basis we are able to preserve our feelings of those intimate moments. Please enjoy this week’s selection of wildlife in monochrome...

01Mike Palmer Ellie

Elephants have a very special presence about them and anyone who has ever spent time with them will know what I mean by this.

02Mike Palmer Fourways Boy 2

Kings and Queens of the night... After dark is the best time to view these great big cats in their environment.

03Mike Palmer Big Doggies

THE most underrated and persecuted predator in Southern Africa, but an absolute treasure of our national heritage.

04Mike Palmer Giraffe Pair

Their massive size and peculiar long necks make this animal one of Africa’s most sought after attractions.

05Mike Palmer Zebra Copy

Spectacular markings contrasted against the natural bush surroundings create a sense of awe when seeing them in the flesh.

06Mike Palmer Nightjar

A stunning example of evolution in order to minimize competition for resources.

07Mike Palmer WW

A master of concealment with camouflage to the envy of all.

08Mike Palmer SP Lioness

Playful seduction of a calculated huntress.

09Mike Palmer Drongo

The ultimate master of mimicry and manipulation.

10Mike Palmer Fourways Male 2

A gaze so intense along with a bearing that commands respect.

  • Blog by Mike Palmer (Bush Lodge Ranger)
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