ntv369 wrote:
11, 2,5,7. Thriller and killer shots. 11 is like a painting. Wonderful.
Thanks so much. I really appreciate the kind words and thank you for picking 11...I think that process looks pretty cool with this subject.
Eric
nugeny wrote:
Wow, I always dream of shooting tigers in the wild. This is the best I ever have seen of tigers. thaks for ahowing.
Where was it? did you go with a group or by yourself?
How did you book the trip?
You are too kind...thank you, thank you
If you pm me I will be happy to give you all the details.
Eric
Billingham wrote:
Eric, I can say nothing that has already been said.Well done indeed.
I have looked at these several times & still the hairs are raised on the back of my neck.
These shots stir up so much emotion, in me, that I am close to tears.
Some of the best tiger shots I have ever seen.
I think I shall have to go and lie down for a while
Regards
Jonathan
Jonathan, I can not thank you enough for your words. The experience was overwhelming for me and it culminated a dream I have had since childhood of seeing a tiger in the wild before it is too late. I am glad to have raised such an emotional upheaval..it's a good thing.
Eric
Martin Good wrote:
What an incredible experience and pics Eric. Congrats!
And your fine narrative helps us share in your experience.
Thanks you so much for bring us these wonderful images.
Martin
Thanks so much Martin...it all occurred so quickly that sometimes it does seem like a dream. So it's good to have the photos to reflect back on.
Eric
Tim Kuhn wrote:
Do you really do all that thinking when you are out in the field Heck I just point and shoot and pray
Really wonderful commentary Eric, I enjoyed reading it thinking there was just the one shot. THEN I scrolled and then I smiled! Fabulous set, you really are an expert big cat shooter. I was looking at these and thinking "could I do that"!
Truly wonderful stuff Eric
Tim
Tim, thanks for the kind words...and without a doubt you would have produced stellar images and I would have killed for your 800mm when it crossed the road to the opposite side..so the long lens envy you thought I had for the mating eagles really was for this guy
Eric
If I had to guess, these are probably in Bandhavgarh/Ranthambhor or Corbett National Park, India.
Arindam
Thanks Arindam. Yes these were taken in Bandhavgarh...also went to Kanha but not nearly as much luck with tigers but the other wildlife there was pretty cool.
Eric
All those things that went through your head ----- well, whatever settings you decided to use --- they worked. Fantastic shots.
Favorites: 5, 7, & 10, Neat to see him in his environment. Thrilling encounter. Congrats on that!
Thanks so much...wouldn't it be nice if it was instinctive....next lifetime!
Eric
Shasoc wrote:
Eric, I don't see any pictures! You sure wasn't just a dream?
Seriously: a magic experience indeed! and what a thrill! You did goodas you were able to get some wonderful images that your narration made more.... magical
Socrate
Hehe! Thank you sir! I am glad you enjoyed them...sometimes I still think it was a dream.
Eric
mola wrote:
So after all you didnt need a 300 at all eh?
Having seen a wild Tiger in flesh and blood you can never forget the sight. The build up of anxiety, excitement, and all other emotions to the point when the tiger actually appears is beyond words.
The whole experience, I think leaves us speechless. They say when you see a tiger in the wild it changes your life. Its so true. My first wild Tiger sighing in this very park changed my whole life. I vowed that time that I will one day work closely with this animal. And I was so fortunate that I didnt have to wait for an eternity.
This Tiger brought back so many memories...TFS
Ohh And Did I say that This is an awesome set!!!!
Amol...Show more →
Amol, thank you. Your words are so true and it was as though Beatles, Stones and U2 all appeared at once and it was truly magic.
Thanks so much.
Eric
mark fadely wrote:
Great shots of the rare encounter Eric. When you think of how these Bengal tigers take to killing people it really gives you a respect for them. One swat from those paws and you'd be meeting your maker. Thanks for the story and great shots.
Mark, the man killers are pretty much restricted to the south in the Sunderbans. Down there, tigers do kill quite a few people whereas up north they tend to kill cattle and buffalo in the villages but rarely kill people. Interestingly, when I was there there was a newspaper report of a leopard that entered a village and severely injured 6 people before it was shot...so wildlife can and is often dangerous.
Eric
Seeing an animal sitting on a rock or a tree in the distance from a cluster of crowded jeeps is one thing, driving around and having your "private audience" is another level altogether.
Great B&W too.
Thanks Mabidally. We often saw 10 or more vehicles lying in wait for a tiger and so being the only one's to be with this big male made something great even more wonderful.
Eric
Doug Bentlage wrote:
Superb shots Eric, WOW! Your narrative made me feel like I was right there with you, really enjoyed it, it must have been one helluva experience! Shots 5 and 7 are my favorites and very powerful, a big congrats!
Doug
Thanks Doug, I am glad I could draw you in with the narrative and you enjoyed the pix.
Eric
DonGut wrote:
What park were you in? I did this 2 years ago and I'm going back again in May on a private trip. Your description of the sequence was spot on. In a moving sequence you are likely to get a couple good shots for all the reasons you mentioned. In your case #5 is great. That is one wall worthy shot. If someone is interested in a spectacular tiger trip the first week of May contact me for details. It's expensive, but will be incredible. Congrats. Don
Don, this was in Bandhavgarh. I would be interested in how you are conducting a private tour and how you will get around some of the infrastructure issues that driving in India present.
Thanks for the nice words.
Eric
Heck I just point and shoot and pray 
