Inspiring Photo: H.H. The Dalai Lama #3829784

H.H. The Dalai Lama

Uploaded: May 11, 2007

Description

The Dalai Lama, Spiritual leader of Tibet in exile, visited out city this week. I had the great fortune of being in the right place at the right time and, and he, unexpectedly, jogged (literally) over to our small group and shook each of our hands - felt more like a blessing. Got this photo right after that experience.

Comments

Chua Wee Boo May 11, 2007

This is a blessing to have captured a great portrait of a Spiritual leader,Shirley! #653301

Ermanno Radice May 11, 2007

Great capture!! Wonderful portrait, Shirley!! #4271157

Christina C. Moore May 11, 2007

Actually most Tibetan Buddhist would consider it to be a profound blessing! This is a wonderful image of this remarkable spiritual leader. #4271706

Shirley Sicurello May 11, 2007

I was a little shy about saying how much this experience meant to me - it was definitely a profound experience. Just being His Holiness' presence has a grounding, calming feeling, and to feel the warmth and strength of his greeting was something I never thought I would experience in this lifetime. I've studied with a few Tibetan Rinpoches, and always walk away just amazed at their genuine compassion and extraordinary sense of peace. #4271914

Kate Jackson May 19, 2007

What a wonderful experience for you Shirley and a great portrait! #4299464

Paul G Slate May 25, 2007

Wow great capture! wish I could have been ther, but I had to work! #4329476

paul parent May 26, 2007

Wonderful experience, great capture. #4333708

Olga Shuvalova June 18, 2007

You are so lucky about it! Awesome! #4409013

Shirley Sicurello June 18, 2007

Thanks to all of you for your comments. That moment inspired me in subtle ways. and in active ways - I'm now taking an online course from a Buddhist College about the mantra of compassion, the Dalai Lama's mantra. #4409378

Erin Appelbaum April 17, 2008

Fabulous portrait Shirley. Peter #5799338

Stephen Zacker April 17, 2008

Talk about a once in a lifetime opportunity. Super image of him #5800210

Mary K. Robison April 17, 2008

I rarely use the over-worked adjective "awesome," Shirley. It's saved for moments such as this one...

AWESOME experience! And ~ you get to re-live it every day for the rest of your life!
To have a personal photo of such an inspiring leader is also AWESOME!! There are no accidents, and your life is now headed down a particular path, guided by this lovely photo. It will always remind you of how close, in every sense, the Dalai Lama and you became that day.
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Marilyn K. Lincecum April 17, 2008

AWESOME portait, Shirley...you were so fortunate to get to meet him. #5801068

Shirley Sicurello April 17, 2008

Peter, Stephen, Mary and Marilyn - thank you for your comments. It was a remarkable day, one I will never forget.
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Karen E. Michaels April 18, 2008

This is a great portrait. You are very lucky. Had an audience with him a few years back and no cameras allowed. I happily envy this piece. Peace, karen #5804408

Stan Kwasniowski April 18, 2008

Shirley, wonderful image of a great spiritual leader, a man of peace #5804428

Shirley Sicurello April 18, 2008

Karen and Stan, thank you for your comments. He does generate peace, you can feel it just being around him.
Shirley #5805089

Nancy L. Green April 21, 2008

Wonderful capture Shirley, and what an aweesome experience!! <>< #5821433

Shirley Sicurello April 22, 2008

Thanks for your comments, Nancy. Definitely an awesome experience. #5823043

Lisa J. Boulden April 22, 2008

WOW!
Fabulous experience and image!
~lisa♥ #5823077

Shirley Sicurello April 22, 2008

Thanks for your comments, Lisa. #5823284

David Phalen April 23, 2008

An outstanding portrait of one of the world's great men!! #5831929

May 03, 2008

You captured a very excellent close-up of this noteworthy leader! Nice. #5878572

Claudia Kuhn May 26, 2008

Terrific close up Shirley! #5980052

Ronald F. Fischer May 28, 2008

Fabulous capture; and thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with us! #5989140

Shirley Sicurello May 28, 2008

David, Ann, Claudia and Ronald - this one got away from me! Thanks so much for your comments. He is a remarkable man and leader.
Shirley #5990532

Tiia Vissak July 30, 2008 1

a great portrait! #6248743

Dorann Weber July 31, 2008

Wow you sure did get up close and personal.. What a wonderful experience and a stunning portrait Shirley! #6255680

Shirley Sicurello July 31, 2008

Tiia and Dorann, thanks you for your comments. #6255722

Melissa G. Meiselman July 31, 2008

Wonderful portrait of a great man, Shirley!! #6255742

Eugenio Diaz August 01, 2008

AWESOME portrait of Dalai Lama...yes you are very fortunate person, to be able to capture such great man!! #6257040

Shirley Sicurello August 01, 2008

Melissa and Eugenio, thank you for your comments. I really was blessed! #6257052

Guy D. Biechele August 01, 2008

Terrific portrait! Well captured at an exciting moment. #6259808

Shirley Sicurello August 02, 2008

Thank you, Guy. #6260567

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer August 02, 2008

WOW! This truly is a blessing, Shirley, both the meeting and the opportunity to catch it in pixels. And this portrait is EXCELLENT. Wonderful job! #6263806

Shirley Sicurello August 03, 2008

Thanks you, Kirsten. #6264324

Robert K. Bemus August 05, 2008

Great portrait of a great man, Shirley!! #6276932

Shirley Sicurello August 06, 2008

Thank you, Robert. He is definitely a great man. #6277913

Paul E. Earl August 11, 2008

Wonderful image!! #6297941

Ray Thoms August 11, 2008

Great shot Shirley #6298358

Teresa Burnett August 17, 2008

What an incredible experience to meet this amazing spiritual leader Shirley!! How fortunate you were that day!! And what a wonderful portrait you now have of him!! #6326315

Shirley Sicurello August 18, 2008

Paul, Ray and Teresa, thank you for your comments. It was a special day.
Shirley #6327570

Renee Doyle August 18, 2008

Wonderful portrait and great experience Shirley!! #6329297

Shirley Sicurello August 18, 2008

Thanks, Renee.
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Anita Bower August 19, 2008

I am impressed by your having the presence of mind to take this photo after having shaking the Dalai Lama's hand. Good job. What a wonderful experience. #6331808

Shirley Sicurello August 19, 2008

It was an amazing moment!
Shirley #6331902

Ujjwal Mukherjee August 19, 2008

Wonderful experience,Shirley! Excellent clarity and light in this outstanding portrait of this great man! #6335050

Jeana Clark August 20, 2008

wonderful experience Shirley!!
That's Cool!!!
Great Portrait~~Great luck to be there!!
~J~ #6336373

Shirley Sicurello August 20, 2008
Thanks for your comments, Ujjwal and Jeana. It was truly an incredible day! #6336392

Wally Orlowsky August 24, 2008
Super capture and an amazing unforgettable experience, Shirley! #6359278

Rhonda Burger August 25, 2008
What a great experience. His joyfulness always amazes me. Great image. Rhonda #6363632

Shirley Sicurello August 25, 2008
Thank you, Wally and Rhonda. I am so pleased that so many people have enjoyed this photo.
Shirley #6363725

Stan Kwasniowski August 26, 2008
Shirley, wonderful image of a Holy Man #6371667

Carol Sawyer August 26, 2008
Beautiful portrait of this great man, Shirley!!! #6371767

Shirley Sicurello August 26, 2008
Thank you, Stan and Carol.
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Ken Smith August 28, 2008
You were definitely in the right place, at the right time. Super portrait!! #6379803

Shirley Sicurello August 28, 2008
You are so right, Ken!
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Robert R. Goodman August 28, 2008
Excellent capture,Shirley.A very great man.I hope one day,Tibet will free!!!!! #6379998

Shirley Sicurello August 28, 2008
As do I, Bobby.
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Mukesh Srivastava August 28, 2008
Great portrait of a great spiritual leader, Shirley!!!! #6380132

Shirley Sicurello August 28, 2008
Thank you, Mukesh.
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Brett Dolsen August 29, 2008
Well done Shirley an experience and capture you will never forget!Congratulations on this great portrait!!Brett #6386117

Barbara Waldoch August 29, 2008
Terrific capture, Shirley! #6386182

Shirley Sicurello August 29, 2008
Thank you, Brett and Barbara.
Shirley #6386220

Stefania Barbier September 02, 2008
WOW you are lucky!!! great capture! #6398857

Shirley Sicurello September 02, 2008
I'm very lucky, Stefania.
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Ellen Hodges September 02, 2008
Fantastic capture, Shirley! Great close up! #6400554

Shirley Sicurello September 02, 2008
Thanks, Ellen.
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Tarun Bose September 02, 2008
Excellent portrait of a great man. Well done Shirley. #6401181

Shirley Sicurello September 02, 2008
Thanks so much, Tarun.
Shirley #6401331

BILLY R. PARKER September 08, 2008
WOW SHIRLEY !! GREAT PORTRAIT OF THE DALAI LAMA !! BILLY #6427625

Karen Bacon September 08, 2008
Wow Shirley! An excellent portrait of a very great man! Such an exciting story also,you are blessed!!! #6427995

Shirley Sicurello September 10, 2008
Thanks, Billy and Karen, for your comments. It was truly a special day for me.
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Shirley Sicurello September 13, 2008
Yes, it certainly was, Douglas.
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Joan E. Gerring September 19, 2008
Very nice portrait! #6475286

Shirley Sicurello September 19, 2008
Thank you, Joan.
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Marilyn K. Lincecum September 24, 2008
Beautiful portrait of the Dalai Lama and a beautiful experience!! Lucky you !!! #6506027

Shirley Sicurello September 24, 2008
Very lucky me, Marilyn!
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Barbara Waldoch September 24, 2008
Beautiful portrait, Shirley! #6507527

Shirley Sicurello September 24, 2008
Thank you, Barbara.
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Vitor Dias September 25, 2008
Fantastic capture, bravo Shirley #6510324

Shirley Sicurello September 27, 2008
Thanks Vitor. I love it when people comment on this photo, feels like the good energy of that meeting gets spread around!
Shirley #6519020

Manuel Barrera September 28, 2008
what a thrill it was, great photo #6522710

Shirley Sicurello September 28, 2008
Thanks, Manuel.
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Melissa G. Meiselman September 28, 2008
Fantastic experience and great portriat, Shirley!! #6523833

Shirley Sicurello September 28, 2008
Thank you, Melissa.
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Milan Banik October 02, 2008
wonderful experience for that I can understand.and you are lucky too.excellent shot ,thank you for sharing #6543510

Shirley Sicurello October 02, 2008
Thanks for your comments, Milan. I am lucky indeed.
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Joy Rector October 06, 2008
FANTASTIC #6560077

Shirley Sicurello October 06, 2008
Thanks, Joy!
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Lorraine A. Cook October 06, 2008
Right Place...Right Time...Truly Blessed, Shirley!<:)) #6561276

Arturo Guerra October 07, 2008
Gorgeous portrait.
Excellent work! #6565545

Shirley Sicurello October 07, 2008
Thanks so much, Lorraine and Arturo.
Shirley #6565581

frank w. degenhardt October 07, 2008
Shirley- It is always a blessing to meet those who help shape our world. An unforgettable experience that will be in your heart forever. Fantastic photo of this spiritual leader who has helped to guide man down the right path.
Fantastic photo, a blessed experience. #6565814

Shirley Sicurello October 07, 2008
It was definitely a blessing, Frank. Thanks for your comments.
Shirley #6566158

Max Aureli October 09, 2008
Great portrait Shirley!!! #6574213

Shirley Sicurello October 09, 2008
Thanks, Max. It makes me happy that so many people have enjoyed this image of the Dalai Lama.
Shirley #6574273

Avril Young October 09, 2008
stunning portait of this great man...
thanks for sharing Shirley this magical moment in time! #6574297

Shirley Sicurello October 09, 2008
Thanks so much for your comments, Avril.
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Deborah C. Lewinson October 12, 2008
Awesome experience amd amazing image that conveys his warmth and compassion!
Great image, Shirley!
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Shirley Sicurello October 12, 2008
Thanks for your comments, Debby.
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Lynn M. Whitt October 14, 2008
wonderful capture Shirly... #6596897

Shirley Sicurello October 14, 2008
Thank you, Lynn.
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MELODIE C. ROBERTS October 16, 2008
Once in a Lifetime Capture
Thanks for Sharing Your Experience Shirley!!! #6610502

Shirley Sicurello October 16, 2008
You're welcome, Melodie!
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Larry Smith October 29, 2008
Great capture and experience Shirley #6679324

Shirley Sicurello October 29, 2008
Definitely a great experience. Thanks for your comment.
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Michael Lynch October 30, 2008
Everybody said it all, already! Awesome, Shirley. If you haven't already, you should submit this to Nat'l Geo. I bet you get published!!! #6685193

Shirley Sicurello October 30, 2008
What an interesting idea, Michael!
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Judy V. Kennamer November 03, 2008
WOW! What a photo opportunity Shirley!!! I would probably have been too nervous to get a good shot -- you did an amazing job with it!!! Beautiful capture! #6700760

Shirley Sicurello November 03, 2008
Thanks, Judy. It was a stunning moment. #6701075

Allison & John Overton November 04, 2008
Great capture Shirley #6707288

Shirley Sicurello November 04, 2008
Thanks, John. #6707913

Girish Vaghela November 06, 2008
Wonderful clarity and portrait, Shirley!!
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Shirley Sicurello November 06, 2008
Thank you, Girish.
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Ron McEwan November 06, 2008
I guess for sure you have a rabbit foot or something. An opportunity that does not come by every day for sure. #6717895

Shirley Sicurello November 07, 2008
True! Thanks for your comments, Ron.
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Ellen Hodges November 07, 2008
at closeup, Shirley. Must have been a very fun experience! #6720981

Shirley Sicurello November 07, 2008
Thanks for your comments, Ellen. It was definitely awe inspiring! #6721164

John Connolly November 08, 2008
What an inspirational big portrait of this remarkable man Shirley, well done!! #6725697

Shirley Sicurello November 08, 2008
Thanks John-remarkable he is!
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Janet McNeil November 10, 2008
Great capture!! Lovely portrait work!! #6735967

Brett Dolsen November 14, 2008
A divine portrait and capture of the moment Shirley!!Brett #6756838

Shirley Sicurello November 15, 2008
Janet and Brett, thank you for your comments!
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Robyn A. Terrell November 24, 2008
What a blessing, Shirley....wonderfully captured! #6796176

Shirley Sicurello November 24, 2008
A blessing indeed, Robyn. Thanks for your comments.
Shirley #6796283

Jyri Vissak November 26, 2008
Wonderful portrait! #6808961

Shirley Sicurello November 26, 2008
Thanks so much, Juri,
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Rajeev 270293 Kashyap November 27, 2008
Outstanding Portrait Shirley! #6815116

Shirley Sicurello November 27, 2008
Thank you, Rajeev.
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Patricia A. Stalter November 28, 2008
Shirley, I had the experience of going to The Garden of Flowing Fragrance at the Huntingtorn this past weekend and I have to say that it was amazing. This image makes me think of it. Should you ever get the chance to go, DO. #6819906

Shirley Sicurello November 28, 2008
Many thanks for the suggestion, have never been.
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Sharon F. Morris December 28, 2008
Great capture and honor Shirley. #6949154

Shirley Sicurello December 28, 2008
It was indeed! Thanks for your comment.
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Anita Hogue December 30, 2008
A wonderful experience and a fabulous capture, Shirley! #6957027

Shirley Sicurello December 30, 2008
Anita, thanks for your comments. It was a wonderful experience.
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Jim Baines December 30, 2008
This truly the moment of a lifetime! Exceptionally well done portrait, Shirley!! #6957396

Shirley Sicurello December 30, 2008
Thanks for your comments, Jim. Definitely a moment I will never forget.
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Dr. Harmeet Singh January 06, 2009
Lucky to have that chance to meet and photograph him... #6988776

Shirley Sicurello January 06, 2009
Very lucky, indeed!
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Yulianto Soeroso January 07, 2009
never shot like this ..this is amazing time and luck hehehehe bravo Shirley #6993059

Shirley Sicurello January 07, 2009
It was an amazing day! Thanks for your comments.
Shirley #6995295

Tammy M. Anderson January 10, 2009
Fantastic portrait image, Shirley. Good for you indeed. #7010769

Shirley Sicurello January 10, 2009
Thanks for your comments, Tammy. #7010937

Michael Lynch January 11, 2009
Shirley, this is National Geographic worthy material ! Should already be a contest winner ! #7016798

Jim Huffield January 14, 2009
What a blessing. Great portrait of a great man, Shirley. Jim #7029173

Gord MacEachern January 15, 2009
Great portrait Shirly,you did a good job.
Gord #7036550

Shirley Sicurello January 15, 2009
Michael, Jim, and Gord, thank you very much for your comments.
Shirley #7036677

ROLAN NARMAN January 15, 2009
Magnificent portrait of one of my favorite leader in the world Shirley! #7037394

Shirley Sicurello January 16, 2009
Thanks for your comments, Rolan. He is an incredible man.
Shirley #7038184

A P January 16, 2009
What an honor that must have been and what an incredible portrait you got. I agree this is print worthy. #7039906

Shirley Sicurello January 16, 2009
Definitely an honor. Thanks for your comments, Ann.
Shirley #7040224

Jessica Jenney January 18, 2009
Fantastic portrait, Shirley! Good you're entering it again! How fortunate you are to have seen him! #7047221

Shirley Sicurello January 18, 2009
Thanks so much, Jessica.
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Joseph R. Ombrello January 19, 2009
Great image and capture of your special moment, Shirley. #7053834

Shirley Sicurello January 19, 2009
Thanks for your comments, Joe.
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Manuel Barrera January 20, 2009
a great person, joy to see, wonderful capture #7056972

Shirley Sicurello January 21, 2009
Thanks for your comments, Manuel.
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Maria A. Gonzalez February 12, 2009
Great portrait and amazing you were able to be so close and see hgim.Great job,Shirley. #7156607

Shirley Sicurello February 12, 2009
It was definitely amazing, Maria.
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Peggy J. Maguire February 12, 2009
Great sharp detail!! #7157335

Tarun Bose February 12, 2009
Excellent portrait of a Great man. Good details and colours. Well done Shirley. #7158202

Shirley Sicurello February 12, 2009
Thanks for your comments, Peggy and Tarun.
Shirley #7158265

Laura E. Swan February 15, 2009
What an amazing story and photograph. They say that often times when the most incredible things happen that we go into shock or awe and don't capture the moment...But the true and dedicated photographer always thinks "PICTURE" at the same time as the event! BRAVO, Shirley! YOU PASSED THE TEST!!! -Laura Swan #7168396

Shirley Sicurello February 15, 2009
I was definitely operating on both levels, at least! Thanks for your comments, Laura.
Shirley #7168420

Gina Cormier February 23, 2009
I am happy you got to meet him in person and capture the moment!! #7197123

Shirley Sicurello February 23, 2009
Me too, Gina! Thanks for your comments.
Shirley #7197162

Stefania Barbier February 24, 2009
truly a blessing..... what an experience must be... beautiful portrait! #7207502

Laurence Saliba February 27, 2009
Fantastic portrait Shirley!!!! #7222434

Shirley Sicurello February 27, 2009
Stefania and Laurence, thanks so much for your kind words.
Shirley #7222617

David Van Camp March 21, 2009
Wow! Cool!! Great capture!! Would love to meet him :) :) #7313396

Nancyj E. Hovey March 21, 2009
Namaste` !!! 8o) #7313450

Shirley Sicurello March 22, 2009
Namaste, Nancy and David.
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Jean-Pierre Ducondi July 05, 2010
What a wonderful experience. Great portrait Shirley.
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Julianne Bradford October 10, 2010
WOW! What a blessing! Namaste' Terrific capture. What a wonderful experience!Thanks for sharing :-) #8958768

Shirley Sicurello October 10, 2010
It was a great experience! Thanks for commenting!
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Deborah C. Lewinson October 26, 2010
Shirley,
Thanks for sharing this wonderful image and awesome experience!
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Shirley Sicurello October 26, 2010
You are welcome, Debby!
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Clayton A. Harper November 14, 2010
Wow. I can only imaginenhis presence #9034029

Clayton A. Harper November 14, 2010
Wow. I can only imaginenhis presence #9034032

Shirley Sicurello November 14, 2010
Calm and joyful - that's how he was.
Shirley #9034143

Karen Slagle December 14, 2010
What a thrill that would have been, Shirley. The portrait is wonderful. #9103183

Shirley Sicurello December 14, 2010
It was definitely a thrill! Thanks for your comment!
Shirley #9103292

Gord MacEachern December 22, 2010
I would have been too nervous to get a great shot, but you pulled it off, well done!! #9119604

Julianne Bradford January 26, 2011
Had to look again :-) its always a blessing to see his beautiful face. Thanks for your comment on my pix #9195121

adrifil January 31, 2011
It's an excellent portrait and, most important, its an eternal reminder of a moment that you'll cherish forever. #9203452

Shirley Sicurello January 31, 2011
Thanks to all who have responded to this photo, most recently Gord, Julianne, and adrifil. He is indeed a remarkable man.
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Nadine A. Lewis February 02, 2011
WONDERFUL candid portrait, Shirley! <>< #9208931

Carol Flisak February 20, 2011
What anwonderful portrait of this spiritual leader and touchstone of a beautiful blessing and moment in your life, Shirley! Thanks for commenting on one of my images. Namaste! #9251230

Shirley Sicurello February 20, 2011
Thanks for your comments, Nadine and Carol. Namaste!
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Karen Celella March 25, 2011
A thrilling experience, for sure, Shirley. #9316419

Thomas E. Hinds March 29, 2011
Wonderful image, Shirley! #9324778

Shirley Sicurello March 29, 2011
Thanks to Douglas, Karen and Thomas. That day was a wonderful day!
Shirley #9324929

Mike Clime March 31, 2011
Excellent portrait, Shirley! #9328290

Ellen Hodges April 05, 2011
Absolutely fantastic capture in every way, Shirley!! #9335165

Shirley Sicurello April 05, 2011
Thanks for much for your comments, Ellen and Mike.
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Karen Engelbreth April 07, 2011
Wonderful portrait, Shirley.... #9339592

Karen Engelbreth April 07, 2011
Wonderful portrait, Shirley.... #9339593

Shirley Sicurello April 08, 2011
Glad you enjoyed it, Karen.
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Mary Dimitriw April 08, 2011
WOW...what a chance of a lifetime. I would have been so nervous, well done on this wonderful portrait!! #9340489

Nadine A. Lewis May 07, 2011
WONDERFUL lighting, detail, & candid portrait, Shirley!!! <>< #9393531

Shirley Sicurello May 18, 2011
Thank you very much for your comments, Mary and Nadine. It was a moment I will never forget.
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Phyllis A. Houghton June 25, 2011
Great image of him, one that you will always carry with you. #9484952

Patrick Rouzes July 27, 2011
WOW, what an honor to have been in his presence! Have a big interest in Tibetan culture here! You sure got an exceptional portrait of him, Shirley! Congratulations! #9558047

Marilyn Cornwell August 22, 2011
Shirley - thanks so much for sharing this with us - both this wonderful image and your experience! #9619587

Shirley Sicurello August 22, 2011
Phyllis, Patrick and Marilyn, thanks for commenting and enjoying the photo.
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Thomas E. Hinds October 28, 2011
Terrific image and moment shared, Shirley! #9768254

Shirley Sicurello October 28, 2011
It has given me a great deal of enjoyment to share this photo and story with so many. Thanks for your comments, Thomas.
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Gord MacEachern November 15, 2011
Thanks for sharing this wonderful moment and image Shirley! #9805637

Bill Johnson November 15, 2011
Shirley, Outstanding capture. #9805657

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas November 15, 2011
Fantastic portrait of this wonderful man Shirley!,
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Shirley Sicurello November 15, 2011
Thank you Gord, Bill and Amalia for your comments. Glad you enjoyed the portrait! #9806595

Ann H. Belus November 28, 2011
What a wonderful experience, Shirley; I can imagine how exhilerating it must have been to shake his hand! This is an excellent portrait of him; how fortunate to be able to get this image! #9836237

Brett Dolsen November 29, 2011
Wow Shirley photography is a spiritual journey in more ways than one! #9836534

Joy Rector December 14, 2011
beautiful shot #9864699

VISHVAJIT JUIKAR January 02, 2012
Shirley, you are lucky and got really great opportunity which u have utilized very well.. #9898273

Shirley Sicurello January 02, 2012
Once again, thanks to all for your comments. This was a wonderful day for me, one I'll never forget!
Shirley #9899069

Terry Cervi January 06, 2012
How wonderful for you, Shirley! A beautiful shot!! #9906520

Nadia Paul January 07, 2012
Wonderful portrait and experience Shirley! #9907839

Marilyn Cornwell January 29, 2012
Thanks so much for bringing this image into our present to appreciate and be with all that this means. #9954201

Bill Johnson February 19, 2012
Wonderful capture. #9991073

Shirley Sicurello February 19, 2012
Thanks, again, to everyone for your comments. It's great to share such a blessing!
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R. J. Laudenbacher February 23, 2012
A wonderful experience beautifully captured! #9997417

Shirley Sicurello February 23, 2012
Yes, indeed - it was wonderful!
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Kathy Reeves February 24, 2012
Fantastic image, Shirley. What an experience. #9999273

Carol L. Fowler March 24, 2012
Amazing photo! I have never seen him, however, when I was in Tibet, I thought it was fascinating to see his image everywhere- even dangling from the steering wheel of a tractor at a monastery. #10052520

Shirley Sicurello March 26, 2012
Thanks, Kathy and Carol, for your comments. It's an experience I would hope everyone to have!
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Gord MacEachern March 26, 2012
An amazing image, thanks for sharing this great moment! #10056817

Jean-Pierre Ducondi March 28, 2012
A fantastic experience and capture Shirley. How wonderful and precious.
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Shirley Sicurello March 28, 2012
Gord and Jean-Pierre - thanks for your comments. I really love sharing this image!
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Lorraine A. Cook March 29, 2012
I 'pray' you have this portrait of the Dalai Lama framed, Shirley.
What a remarkable man and what a remarkable blessing for you!
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Shirley Sicurello March 30, 2012
And in my office! Thanks for your comments, Lorraine.
Shirley #10066840

Debbie Bray April 18, 2012
What a wonderful experience, but to capture him so close with the camera must have been even a better experience, to feel that you have actually caught and will always remember the moment with this beautiful image. (My luck always has it that in my haste, I blurr the shot, or have the wrong settings!!) #10096928

Shirley Sicurello April 18, 2012
Just got lucky! Thanks for your comments Debbie.
Shirley #10096939

Mike Clime April 18, 2012
Nice portrait and what a great experience, Shirley! #10097689

Shirley Sicurello April 18, 2012
Thanks Mike, it was a great experience!
Shirley #10098108

Joy Rector April 20, 2012
perfect detail #10100615

Rona L. Schwarz April 20, 2012
A remarkable portrait, Shirley, and what an unforgettable and spiritual experience this must have been! You are very fortunate indeed! #10101999

Shirley Sicurello April 21, 2012
It's been now 4 years since I met the Dalai Lama - the experience stays with me. Thanks Joy and Rona for your comments.
Shirley #10102445

JO ANN CLEVELAND April 21, 2012
Wowza! Lucky you, great image, well done Shirley!
jo ann c. #10102905

Shirley Sicurello April 21, 2012
Definitely lucky me. Thanks for your comments jo ann c
Shirley #10103067

Antonio Amen April 30, 2012
Excellent portrait #10114637

Kathy Reeves May 03, 2012
Wonderful portrait!!! #10120500

Shirley Sicurello May 03, 2012
Antonio and Kathy - Glad you enjoyed.
Shirley #10120547

Joanna Madloch May 08, 2012
It's a wonderful portrait, Shirley. Very well done! #10129972

Shirley Sicurello May 08, 2012
Thanks so much, Joanna!
Shirley #10129977

John Connolly May 21, 2012
What a thrill to met this amazing man, Shirley! This is a superb outdoor portrait, you have excelled yourself with this one! #10144673

Shirley Sicurello May 21, 2012
Thanks so much, John.
Shirley #10144872

Carol L. Fowler May 28, 2012
Awesome experience of a lifetime!! #10158134

Shirley Sicurello May 29, 2012
Yes it was, Carol!
Shirley #10158513

Barbara Waldoch June 02, 2012
Cool portrait, Shirley! #10165390

Shirley Sicurello June 02, 2012
Thanks Barbara!
Shirley #10165400

Phyllis A. Houghton June 02, 2012
WOW what an incredible portrait. His love and tranquility are evident from his image. Congratulations and the best to you. #10165767

Shirley Sicurello June 02, 2012
Thanks so much, Phyllis.
Shirley #10165777

Rony Sagy June 12, 2012
Fantastic image, Shirley. #10177563

Jill Odice June 14, 2012
This is a lovely portrait and capture of a wonderful experience for you! A special day! #10179972

Shirley Sicurello June 14, 2012
Rony and Jill, thank you for your comments. Blessings!
Shirley #10180539

Alan L. Borror July 05, 2012
Awesome portrait, Shirley! #10214902

Shirley Sicurello July 05, 2012
Thanks Alan!
Shirley #10215018

R. J. Laudenbacher July 18, 2012
Wonderful portrait, Shirley! #10234278

Stefania Barbier September 02, 2012
great portrait of this remarkable person! #10304944

Antonio Amen September 13, 2012
Excellent portrait. #10320730

Stan Kwasniowski November 03, 2012
Shirley, congratulations on an inspiring image #10402907

Alex T. Mizuno January 06, 2013
Wonderful capture of this famed leader! Well done Shirley!! #10502203

Andre Larose January 24, 2013
How wonderful to have had this lifetime experience of touching His Holiness.
Om Mani Padme Hung #10532099

Shirley Sicurello January 24, 2013
Thanks to all who enjoy this photo of His Holiness and have commented. Om Mani Padme Hung #10532146

Renata Gusciora October 16, 2013
Wow, lucky you Shirley!:-) Fantastic portrait! #10873466

Jill Odice October 21, 2013
Great that you had your camera to capture this once in a lifetime portrait! #10878190

Carol L. Fowler October 22, 2013
Fantastic experience! Great portrait too #10878621

Martha R. Mazon December 09, 2014
Wonderful portrait, Shirley. How fabulous to be blessed by the presence of this spiritually powerful individual! #11203670

Deborah C. Lewinson November 17, 2015
Lovely image, Shirley! What a marvelous experience to be that close to him! #11400373

R. J. Laudenbacher November 19, 2015
What a great portrait, Shirley. #11400934

JO ANN CLEVELAND December 15, 2015
So fortunate to have made this! I always notice that smile he has and that it looks sooo sincere! Happy for you to have this opportunity Shirley! #11412386

Ellen Hodges April 24, 2016
Wonderful lifetime capture, Shirley!! #11465643

Nina Shields October 21, 2016
What an amazing opportunity; love the wonderful variety in your gallery; keep up the awesome work! #11529193

Reynaldo D. Reyes August 08, 2017
It's a rare opportunity to meet someone like him. WTG. #11629413

Gord MacEachern December 28, 2017
This is an amazing image Shirley,very nicely done! #11667147

Shirley Sicurello December 28, 2017
Thank you Gord! Special experience #11667161

Anita Bower March 19, 2018
A treat indeed! #11685653

Reynaldo D. Reyes April 26, 2018
What a rare opportunity to meet and take a picture of the Dalai Lama....Rey #11695417

Shirley Sicurello April 26, 2018
It was a lovely moment in my life.
Shirley #11695488

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