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“I think, therefore I am."

© Lisa J. Boulden

“I think, therefore I am."

Uploaded: November 15, 2007

Description


Western Lowland Gorilla
Buffalo Zoo

f5.6 1/125th EV+2 ISO 800
Nikkor 18-200VR. Handheld, through window.


Comments

Kathleen Rinker November 15, 2007

Great photo Lisa, such intensity in his eyes. Makes you wonder what he is thinking. #787511

Tammy Espino November 15, 2007

another winner. He is such a great subject!! Beautiful~ #5078747

Eugenio Diaz November 15, 2007

Your every new image seems to be getting better and better ..Composition, colors and light are very good here...Again I have to say bravo. Lisa you have such wonderful pictures of Gorillas. Great work!!!
Eugenio
#5078870

virafoto - November 15, 2007

I am not vegetarian... Therefore, gorilla, You can eat comfortable your celery...
Maybe you are so beautiful, exactly because you are vegetarian...
I will think about the subject!
Another picture that "provokes" me...
This photographer makes me to talk with gorillas, birds, tigers and others...
Congratulations, photographer... And I also thank for this capacity that you "include" in your pictures!

----- #5079019

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 15, 2007

What wonderful responses!
Thank you Kathleen, Tammy, Eugenio, and Hmoura! Your kind words enrich my soul!
~~Lisa #5079111

Sandra R. Alvey November 15, 2007

Another stunning image Lisa! Glorious!

#5079224

Dennis Flanagan level-classic November 15, 2007

Excellent shot. I'm so happy he has given up smoking and replaced it with celery. #5079507

Barbara Waldoch November 15, 2007

Fantastic portrait, Lisa! #5080012

Stefania Barbier level-classic November 15, 2007

LOL amazing shot and spectacular title!!! "cogito ergo sum...!" #5080063

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Sandi, Dennis, Barbara, and Stefania: Thank you for the wonderful responses.
Each so very appreciated!
--Lisa #5081042

Lorraine A. Cook November 16, 2007

I am sure Rene Descartes is looking down and LOVING this photo, Lisa!<:)) #5081282

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic November 16, 2007

Fantastic capture, Lisa. Beautiful colors. He is so cute. #5081334

Deb Koskovich November 16, 2007

Lisa, these shots are amazing. I love your color treatment in this one. Outstanding work, girl! #5081428

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Love these remarks, Ladies!
Thank you, Lorraine, Kay, and Deb!
--Lisa #5081568

Jenny Bosmans November 16, 2007

Je pense, donc je suis...fanatastic capture and perfect title, Lisa! :) #5082202

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Merci beaucoup, Jenny!
~Lisa #5082311

Bill Wyatt November 16, 2007

Excellent work the expression is awesome, so are the details and light! #5082364

Marina Moore November 16, 2007

Isn't he beautiful? I don't go to the other catagories very often, I'm missing out! Wonderful colors and comp. I love that blast of green and his eyes. #5082685

Angela Azzinnaro November 16, 2007

Another TERRIFIC capture Lisa!!!! I LOVE this series!!!! GREAT job!!!!! #5082691

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Bill, Marina, and Angela: Thanks for such encouraging comments. Marina, glad you checked this out. I was tempted to submit this image in the 'People' category. (Didn't do it, but I have so many 'Animal' entries this month, and this guy seems pretty 'human'.)
So glad you all stopped by!
--Lisa #5082794

Jennifer L. Alder November 16, 2007

LOL, I LOVE that title, ahaaha!!!
GREAT clarity and light here, Lisa! What a terrific capture, the details are terrific!
:) #5082985

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

I'm glad you like this one... and its title, Jennifer! Thanks for the visit!
--Lisa #5083711

Chua Wee Boo November 16, 2007

Such a fine detail,lighting & color,Lisa! #5083885

Brian Smyer November 16, 2007

You captured his confidence. Another great shot. I love when Lisa goes to the zoo! #5084042

Anita Hogue November 16, 2007

Very very nice, Lisa! Love your composition and clarity is awesome! #5084316

Jenny D November 16, 2007

Awesome capture! wow! #5084367

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Thank you for your wonderful comments, Chua, Brian, Anita, and Jen!
--Lisa #5084528

Nancy (Peaches) Harker November 16, 2007

LMAO, WOW, AWSOME capture, this is awsome girl! Cracked me up!
I just love his expression. LOVIN your zoo series a LOT!!! #5084725

Cassie L. Woodlee November 16, 2007

Amazing capture Lisa!!!! #5084752

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Thank you. Thank you! THANK YOU!!!
Nancy, your enthusiasm gives me such a boost! Thanks a big bunch!
--Lisa #5084757

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 16, 2007

Thank you, too, Cassie!
--Lisa #5084759

Susan Weisensel November 16, 2007

He looks to be in deep thought. Wonderful detail, he is so cool. #5084896

Mary Timman November 17, 2007

Love your title and you really did a wonderful job capturing those eyes. Magnificent as so is your whole gallery! Beautiful! #5085796

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 17, 2007

I'm really glad you both paused, to peek and to comment so kindly, Susan and Mary! Thank you.
~Lisa #5085974

Amanda Chapman November 17, 2007

this is a WINNER to me!!!!
The detail is fab-ulous and I love how the title goes perfect with his expression!

BRAVO LISA!!! #5086546

Patrick Rouzes level-classic November 17, 2007

Like Amanda, I would say"WINNER" to this one, Lisa!!! Phenomenal everything!!! This is one amazing capture here , my friend!!! #5086599

Alex T. Mizuno November 17, 2007

Great close-up! I agree with Amanda and Patrick. This is a WINNER! Expression, details and color contrast - excellent in every way!! #5086718

Donna La Mattino Pagakis November 17, 2007

Great subject, beautiful colors and timing! #5086723

cheryl m. phillips November 17, 2007

This made me laugh this morning, Lisa!!
VERY cute!
Great details!
~cheryl #5086789

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 17, 2007

Wow, what wonderful responses on this Saturday morning!!! Thank you Amanda, Patrick, Alex, Donna, and Cheryl for the fantastic support! I'm really glad you visited! Enjoy the weekend!
--Lisa #5086823

November 17, 2007

Excellent capture Lisa, super nice and sharp image....Well done!!! #5087258

Stephen Zacker November 17, 2007

Great capture. Like that green #5087487

Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna November 17, 2007

What a fantastic image, Lisa!!!!! Super portrait!!!!! ♫ k #5087510

frank w. degenhardt November 17, 2007

Lisa- Perfect title as he looks like hes in deep thought. Wonderful detail,the color is excellent ,and you have captured it all so well.
Another great zoo shot. Keep em coming as I really am enjoying this.
Take care, have a wonderful weekend #5087842

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 17, 2007

Thank you for taking the time to look and to comment, Paul, Stephen, Kitty, and Frank! Your visits are so very appreciated!
--Lisa #5088792

Kaye Burazin November 18, 2007

Perfect capture. Wonder if he wanted peanut butter with that celery. That's my favorite way to eat celery. #5090953

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 18, 2007

Me too, Kaye!
Thanks for the fun comment!
--Lisa #5090965

Melissa G. Meiselman November 18, 2007

Outstanding timing to get this wonderful portrait, Lisa!! #5090987

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 18, 2007

Thanks a bunch, Melissa!
--Lisa #5091135

Peggy J. Maguire November 18, 2007

Lisacouldn't be better,Good work.......... #5092421

Revonda L. Gentry November 18, 2007

I love this capture!! Simply superb!! #5092975

Nancy L. Green level-classic November 18, 2007

Lisa, this is absolutely OUTSTANDING, I love it!!! <>< #5093027

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 18, 2007

Your kind and supportive words bring me smiles tonight, Peggy, Revonda, and Nancy! Thank you!!!
--Lisa #5093494

Steven E. Ray November 18, 2007

This photo has great details and the eye contact makes it! This is one of those photos you hope to get once you get back to the computer to review your efforts. Great capture! #5093584

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 18, 2007

Thanks, Steven! I appreciate your kind support!
--Lisa #5093590

Z. Banu November 18, 2007

WOW!!!!!OUTSTANDING CAPTURE VERY WELL DONE LISA! #5093867

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 19, 2007

Thank you, Zaanat! I'm glad you stopped by to visit!
--Lisa #5094744

She-She Killough November 20, 2007

Everything about THIS image is Perfect!! :) In fact I really like your whole gallery!! GREAT WORK LISA!! #5101847

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 20, 2007

Thanks a lot, She-She! I'm really glad you stopped by!
--Lisa #5101970

adrifil November 24, 2007

And here you are. ;)

A judicious title to an excellent photo.
This is an impressive portrait of a magnificent animal! #5117796

Joerg Schlagheck November 24, 2007

Super capture, Lisa! He's probably got more time to think than most of us and might be very wise.. #5117860

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 24, 2007

Love your responses, Adrifil and Joerg!
Thank you for your kind support and encouragement.
--Lisa #5119442

Marilyn K. Lincecum level-classic November 25, 2007

Awesome image, Lisa..fantastic comp, lighting, textures and details !!! #5121735

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 25, 2007

So glad yo've visited, Marilyn!
Thanks for the kind words.
--Lisa #5123632

Judy A. Lawhon November 29, 2007

He is magnificent and so is your capture, Lisa!! #5147243

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 29, 2007

I'm glad you stopped by, Judy! Thanks for the kind comment!
--lisa #5147413

Mary K. Robison November 29, 2007

Wonderful colors, textures and clarity in this superb animal portrait, Lisa! #5148894

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 29, 2007

Thanks for the wonderful support, Mary!
-Lisa #5149218

Duane Carter November 30, 2007

I think this is just a wonderful shot Lisa!!! I really like that you snapped it while it was eating the celery, nice touch. #5151384

Sherry Sturgis November 30, 2007

Outstanding!!! #5151819

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic November 30, 2007

I REALLY appreciate your comments, Duane and Sherry! You BOTH have such amazing galleries!
--Lisa #5151880

William Moore December 04, 2007

Good morning Lisa....gorgeous gallery you have and this photo is superb....love the title....have a great week....and thanks for your comment on 'The gutarist'...wm #5166719

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 04, 2007

I'm glad you stopped in to visit, William. Thanks for the kind comments!
--Lisa #5167045

Dianna Hauf December 19, 2007

Awesome, awesome, Lisa.....SO happy for you! LOVED the title, loved the capture! VERY deserving!!! Congratulations!!!! #5228284

Alex T. Mizuno December 19, 2007

Congratulations Lisa!! This is a well deserved Finalist!! #5228311

Steve M. Harrington December 19, 2007

Good on you, Lisa! :)
Steve #5228605

Sylvia Rossler December 19, 2007

Big congrats on this superb finalist Lisa :O) #5228702

Angie Sidles level-classic December 19, 2007

Congrats Lisa on this amazing finalist! #5228853

Mary K. Robison December 19, 2007

Glad to see this wonderful portrait among the finalists, Lisa!
CONGRATULATIONS, and best of luck to you in the next round! #5228879

Nancy (Peaches) Harker December 19, 2007

WHOOOOOOOOOO HOOOOOOOOOOO, I am sooooooooo glad to see this again, I KNEW we would, one of my favorites!!!
Big congrats on your beautiful finalist Lisa! Best of luck in the next round! #5229064

Jennifer L. Alder December 19, 2007

HUGE CONGRATS, Lisa, on this super finalist image!! :) #5229152

Barbara Waldoch December 19, 2007

Congratulations on this spectacular finalist, Lisa! #5230131

Kristi A. Howson December 19, 2007

Congratulations on wonderful finalist and best of luck in the next round Lisa. Love that expression and the contrast to the green. #5230154

Cassie L. Woodlee December 19, 2007

Congratulations on this amazing finalist, Lisa!!!!!!!! #5230388

Colleen Farrell December 19, 2007

Fabulous capture, Lisa! I didn't see this one before. He definitely looks like he's lost in thought. Big congratulations on your finalist! #5230623

Sandra R. Alvey December 19, 2007

AWESOME LISA!! Congrats on this fantastic finalist and good luck in the next round hon!! #5230639

Duane Carter December 19, 2007

Congratulations on this special image Lisa!!!! #5230799

anonymous December 19, 2007

Congratulations Lisa on your awesome finalist! B- #5230842

Donna La Mattino Pagakis December 19, 2007

Excellent finalist Lisa, congratulations! #5230853

Marina Moore December 19, 2007

Congratulations Lisa, he's still beautiful, well captured and well deserved!!! :) #5231114

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 19, 2007

I really appreciate all of your support!
Thanks to EACH of you!
--Lisa #5231144

Stefania Barbier level-classic December 19, 2007

HUGE CONGRATS LISA!!!!!!!! #5232582

Barbara McMichael December 20, 2007

What a soulful expression! Congralutions on your finalist, Lisa -
Barbara #5233801

Erika Haight December 20, 2007

Congrats on your well deserved Finalist Lisa! I am sooo happy for you! Have a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year! erika haight #5235444

Nadine A. Lewis December 20, 2007

CONGRATULATIONS on this OUTSTANDING finalist, Lisa!!! <>< #5235450

Kathleen Rinker December 20, 2007

Congrats on this finalist Lisa!!! #5235459

Laurie Daily level-deluxe December 20, 2007

Congratulations, Lisa! He is one good looking guy...such soulful eyes and beautifully captured! #5235682

Sam Britt December 20, 2007

Congratulations, Lisa! #5237120

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 20, 2007

Thanks to each of you! Your kind words are so very appreciated!!!
Enjoy a safe holiday weekend!
Blessings, Lisa #5237320

Anita Hogue December 21, 2007

Congratulations on a wonderful finalist, Lisa! #5238311

Tammy Espino December 21, 2007

Congratulations, if I were a judge each and every one of your animal and falls photo's would be winners! #5240789

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 21, 2007

I really appreciate your kind words, Tammy and Anita!
Tammy, you really brought a smile to my face this evening!!! Special thanks for such encouragement!
--Lisa :) #5241227

Mitch Spence level-classic December 22, 2007

Lisa, getting to these late. My congratulations on this. #5244484

Angela Possemato December 25, 2007

Congratulations Lisa! #5252990

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 25, 2007

I really appreciate your nice comments, Mitch and Angela! Thank you.
--Lisa #5253095

Z. Banu December 27, 2007

CONGRATULATION!LISA WELL DONE! #5257268

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic December 27, 2007

Thank you, Zaanat!
--Lisa #5257530

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