Bighorn Sheep

There were few rams blocking the traffic as I was making my way home. They had the right of way, so they took their time making their way to the side to the road. Camera in hand, I took the opportunity to grab few pictures before moving on.

Until next moment,

Amar

Sheep and Orange Lichen

Thanks to friends help, I was able to spot the 14 ewes taking in the morning heat on the side of a mountain. Safety in numbers, safety in the location they choose, over looking the Bow Valley surrounded by rocks covered with bright orange lichen. I wished I was up there taking in the beautiful view from their resting place, but the place was their, deserving the spot and rest after surviving a winter in the mountains. 

Until next moment,

Amar

Bighorn Sheep

I was on the way home when I came across several ewes by the side of the road. They were going after minerals found on the side of the mountain along the road. While they were busy, I was looking around for one to take picture of. Found a two year old away from the crowd in a grass field. Framed by the tree branch and other vegetation I was taking the picture through.

Until next moment,

Amar

Bighorn Sheep

Was on the way for a hike when I came across several Bighorn Sheep. Few were on the middle of the road, licking something out of the sand that was dropped that morning due to ice conditions. First I grabbed pictures of the one that were away from the road, side of the hill, eating grass. Then i grabbed few images of the ones still on the road. Then before any other vehicle made its way there, I was off.

Until next moment,

Amar

Bighorn Sheep

I'm an eye guy, they always have more to say then what the rest of the body is saying. Rightfully so, being one of the more complex part of the body. Culturally, eyes have always played an important role. That important role is reflected in painting and of course in photography. It's important to  make sure the eyes are in focus when taking pictures of a person, same holds true of wildlife. While I was in Jasper National Park last week for work, spending few days with youth delegates  that were part of Unconference. Started by Robert (naturalist and painter) Bateman's "Get to Know" Program, working with various partners, including Parks Canada, to inspire youth to discover the natural world. We came across several Mountain Sheep while on our way to Medicine Lake. We quickly took advantage of the opportunity with our cameras.

Until next moment,

Amar

Big Horn Sheep

The last few days I was finding myself coming across Bighorn Sheep. Rams, ewes and juveniles. I did my part and took pictures with each chance presented to me. Each animals is special, each animal is unique, want to capture that when I'm taking their pictures. Its fun and challenging.

Until next moment,

Amar

Bighorn Sheep

Sheep are easy to find in the park, bound to find them near or this time on the few of the roads in the Banff National Park. I was going for a small hike when I came across 8 of them. They were licking the road and any car that would stop. I grabed few pictures before driving on.

Until next moment,

Amar