GOLDEN HOUR
I had been waiting for a clear sky at sunrise to photograph the red deer rutting, so was delighted to make out a thick deep mist covering the open meadows and as the sun began to rise. I just managed to make out this stag when he stopped in the brightest part of golden haze.
Awards
Photographer of the Year Contest
2026Nominees
Wildlife
Non Professional
GOLDEN HOUR
I had been waiting for a clear sky at sunrise to photograph the red deer rutting, so was delighted to make out a thick deep mist covering the open meadows and as the sun began to rise. I just managed to make out this stag when he stopped in the brightest part of golden haze.
About Artist
Deborah Russell
Deborah is based in London, UK, and is passionate about capturing and sharing the beauty of our planet's wildlife through her photography. Deborah is focused on creating images which hold the viewer's attention, evokes an emotion and tells a story so that a voice is given to the voiceless. Deborah's goal is not only one of continuous improvement in her work, but to encourage us all to care and connect with nature a little more, to adopt and support ethical wildlife practices and conservation efforts both at home and away.
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