UPY 2018 British Waters Wide Angle - Highly Commended
Spencer Burrows
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UPY 2018 British Waters Wide Angle - Highly Commended
'Courtship'
Spencer Burrows
The Farne Islands is home to an estimated population of 5,000 Grey Seals. I like to visit during the autumn months, the water is generally at its warmest and clearest. This is also the breeding season which usually ensures plenty of activity and interaction. During this particular dive, myself and good friend/underwater photographer (Rob Cuss) noticed a real change in behaviour, the Seals were not interested in us, but much more into each other. This particular pair were highly affectionate and displaying many signs of courtship/mating. We had done countless dives at the Farnes but this was a show of behaviour we'd not witnessed before. The speed at which they'd change meant to capture this behaviour I needed to anticipate and work at pace. I managed to record a series of images that I was pleased with and felt they managed to really " tell a story"... a magical dive.
Judge's comment: Great behaviour captured at the perfect moment by Spencer. I love how the male’s eyes are closed as he opens his jaws flirtatiously to the female. Subjects totally relaxed with the photographer’s presence.
Alex Mustard
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