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25-MAY-2009 Geoff Smith

Albuquerque Zoo, New Mexico

Although artistically edited in Photoshop, this is one of my favorite nature photos.

I had a sense of ancestral evolution; but not of man evolving from inferior ape;
but rather of the grace that man can aspire and evolve to as portrayed in the photograph.

Nikon D2x ,Nikkor 180mm f/2.8D ED-IF AF
1/250s f/2.8 at 180.0mm iso280 full exif

other sizes: small medium original auto
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Guest 17-Mar-2017 06:19
Wonderful capture!!!! I wonder if he is thinking about the jungle missing his freedom and the joy there he had before been jail
Tom Beech21-Sep-2012 14:16
When they look at me as I watch them, I feel so embarrassed for being on the other side of the containment. Lovely shot Geoff
slhoornstra29-Dec-2009 00:32
A really great animal portrait, a pleasure to see this pensive moment. V
Bernard Bosmans06-Aug-2009 06:02
Beautiful portrait, great expression, such an appealing shot. Well done. V.
Anthea's Photography06-Jul-2009 16:04
I don't see sadness in this image myself, I see a sense of peace about him and feel a certain sense of intrigue. It is a lovely image and I found myself quite drawn to it. v
Sue Robertson09-Jun-2009 02:55
What an expression! Such an evocative image!.. v
momad3004431-May-2009 22:47
Geoff, this is just heartbreaking! I can't bring myself to go to a zoo...poor guy...gorgeous photo though.

Debbie
Laura Milholland31-May-2009 20:38
Geoff, such a great expression and light in the eyes. I very much like your treatment as well. Super image.
Paul Milholland31-May-2009 19:17
I love going to the zoo, but the sad/bored look in the animals' eyes can break your heart.
DB Hans31-May-2009 09:46
Nice image, it evokes a feeling of sadness.
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