Inspiring Photo: Eyes On You #11502666

Eyes On You [Contest Staff Favorites September 2015]

Uploaded: March 05, 2011 03:29:00 | Entered: September 08, 2015 04:38:18

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The Hippo (means River Horse in Ancient Greek language) appears to be very docile but in reality these are one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. They can out-run humans and they have been clocked upwards of 30km/h or about 19mph!! This guy is even sporting a little 5 o'clock shadow!

Canon 100-400L IS at 400mm. ISO 400, Late Morning, 1/400 @ f7.1, EC 0 (Adjustments with PSE9 and Topaz Adjust).

Exif: F Number: 7.1, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/400 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, FocalLength: 400.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 50D

Comments

Carolyn M. Fletcher March 05, 2011

He looks so lazy, but I know they aren't from watching animal shows. I don't think I'd want him after me. #1358199

Tammy M. Anderson March 05, 2011

Excellent pov, colors and capture of this big fella, Jeff. #9274367

Jack Gaskin March 05, 2011

NICE POV & I love the 5 o'clock shadow.
Now how do you get him out of the back yard pool ?

Happy Shooting
Jack #9274377

Danny B. Head March 05, 2011

Great capture.. love the treatment! #9274380

Michelle Alton March 05, 2011

Fascinating take on this subject, Jeff.
Did you know that George Washington's "wooden" teeth were really made of hippo bone? ("The Excrutiating History of Dentistry") #9274419

Ron McEwan March 05, 2011

Now I know why I don't like going to the dentist LOL This is one terrific pov Jeff, well done and the lighting sure high lights his 5 o'clock #9274443

Aimee S. McMaster March 05, 2011

...awesome capture Jeff...love what you've done...lol...what amazing facts you offer Michelle :o)! #9274454

Douglas Pignet March 05, 2011

great treatment on this awesome capture #9274484

Robert R. Goodman March 05, 2011

Hi Jeff,That is awsome capture.Beautiful image!!! #9274531

Carol Eade March 05, 2011

Terrific work, Jeff! #9274580

Jyri Vissak March 05, 2011

Beautiful composition, colours and lighting! Well done. #9274627

Monnie Ryan March 05, 2011

I've heard that they're extremely dangerous -- even this lazy-looking guy seems to have his eye on you! Terrific capture, Jeff! #9274647

Lorna Shutter March 05, 2011

Whoa!!! What an AWESOME image, Jeff! The colour and detail are amazing! I love the way the water looks too! Hope I don't get Hippo Bone Teeth when I get old! Ha! Ha! Fabulous capture! Bet we'll be seeing this one again! :) #9274653

Jack Ryan March 05, 2011

Now that is an interesting and effective POV!!! Outstanding detail and well. Great work, Jeff! #9274710

Gerri R. Jones March 05, 2011

Excellent capture...love your pp in this, Jeff! #9274731

Tiia Vissak March 05, 2011

a cool portrait! #9274780

Claudia Kuhn March 05, 2011

Terrific details, I like the bicolor of his skin, I always thought they were just gray. #9274793

Debra R. Harder March 05, 2011

This is an OUTSTANDING capture, Jeff!! He's looking right at you. Superb lighting, details and comp. Love this! Deb #9274803

Mitch Spence March 05, 2011

I know I'm not swimming in his pool! Wonderful catch, Jeff, right at the surface as he is. Great detail. #9274865

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas March 05, 2011

Fantastic capture Jeff!,
Amalia #9274872

Ann Coates March 05, 2011

I was going to say what a cute shot but the hippo would probably be offended at being labelled "cute" but I think what he is doing is cute, with those eyes just sticking out above the water line. Yes, I think as you say they look docile but an animal you would definitely need to keep some distance between you. Another one of your fantastic images Jeff. #9274913

Bojan Bencic March 05, 2011

Fantastic close up and info, Jeff. Great shot. #9274959

Denny E. Barnes March 05, 2011

Excellent composition and outstanding capture of the color, detail and water action and reflections, Jeff!! Awesome image!! #9275043

Mike Clime March 05, 2011

Excellent pov and nice details, Jeff! #9275070

Lorraine A. Cook March 05, 2011

TRIVIA: Dr. John Greenwood made George Washington's teeth for his inaugural address.

Any time I see a hippo photo...a Christmas tune comes to mind, Jeff!!<:))

SUPER color and AWESOME details, My Friend!<:)) #9275174

Marijana Fajgl March 05, 2011

Amazing capture, Jeff, fantastic details! #9275190

Marsha S. Smith March 05, 2011

Jeff, this is all kinds of cool! What a great shot - super detail. #9275208

Karen Engelbreth March 05, 2011

Fantastic image - love it... #9275230

Stephen Zacker March 05, 2011

Fantastic.. like that perspective #9275269

MELODIE C. ROBERTS March 05, 2011

I once heard that Hippos kill more people than any other animal

Looks sure can be deceiving
He looks so docile

Excellent capture Jeff!
#9275276

Barbara Mason March 05, 2011

Super image and title Jeff !!! #9275298

Lynn M. Whitt March 05, 2011

Amazing details and clarity... #9275317

Randy D. Dinkins March 05, 2011

Great capture and treatment! #9275342

Thomas E. Hinds March 05, 2011

Wonderful capture, Jeff! Great color and detail! #9275382

Joanna Madloch March 05, 2011

What an amazing capture, Jeff. These details are stunning! #9275422

Barbara Waldoch March 05, 2011

He may be dangerous, but he looks cute :-) #9275486

frank w. degenhardt March 05, 2011

He certainly has a reputation when it comes to his run in with humans. This is Nat Geo material here. Love the way you got him with the eyes just out of the water. Beautiful colors and enough can't be said to describe the incredible details you bring out. Absolutly gorgeous work my friend. #9275550

Tamara K. Walker March 05, 2011

Just great it's going to be Jaws all over again now I will be afraid to go swimming for months. lol.
Outstanding eye to eye pov and details.
I for see a Winner here. #9275592

Kathy Salerni March 05, 2011

Absolutely stunning detail on this hippo capture, Jeff! Great POV! Looks like a girl to me and she has her eye on YOU! #9275618

Dick W. Wyatt March 06, 2011

A Fantastic find, Jeff !!! #9275647

Kirsten Kiki Kjaer March 06, 2011

WOWWOW! This has WINNER written all over it, Jeff. #9275675

Jeff Robinson March 06, 2011

Thanks Everyone Very Much!! Jeff #9275682

Freddy Bland March 06, 2011

Awesome, Jeff! This is a winner in my book, too!! #9275905

John Connolly March 06, 2011

Incredible detail and marvelous light and tones here Jeff! I will be surprised if this one is not a winner! #9276331

Nancy L. Green March 06, 2011

This is one FANTASTIC capture Jeff!!! He sure is giving you the eye, one can count every hair in that 5 o'clock shadow, WTG!! <>< #9276412

Carol L. Fowler March 06, 2011

Wonderful POV on this guy- does look powerful and dangerous indeed! #9276513

Phyllis H. Burchett March 06, 2011

Fabulous capture! #9276704

David M. Montero March 06, 2011

Very cool shot Jeff! A winner I think. #9276996

Jeff Robinson March 07, 2011

Thank You!! Jeff #9277173

Avril Young March 07, 2011

they sure are dangerous, saw many in the Kruger Park in South Africa...fantastic detailed capture Jeff... #9277482

Karen Celella March 07, 2011

Amazing details, Jeff! #9278304

Guy D. Biechele March 07, 2011

Awesome shot, Jeff. Terrific color and detail. #9278507

Jeff Robinson March 07, 2011

Thank You!! Jeff #9278740

Ray Thoms March 08, 2011

WOnderful detail and colour Jeff....not sure how I missed it! #9279249

Amanda J. Tanner March 08, 2011

Wonderful work Jeff! I love the close up details. A winner for sure. I love this image. #9279672

Emile Abbott March 08, 2011

Hiding Hippo. Fantastic detail, texture and tones in this capture. Well done Jeff. #9279857

Marty Straub March 08, 2011

He is definately aware of your presence --even with the long lens. Excellent exposure, Jeff. #9279881

Cathy Barrows March 08, 2011

fab hippo shot #9279986

Jeff Robinson March 08, 2011

Thank You!! Jeff #9280545

Nadia Paul March 08, 2011

Wonderful capture of him Jeff - terrific light and details! #9280959

Cindy Bendush March 09, 2011

Terrific capture Jeff! Super detail on that five o'clock shadow! #9281093

Jill Odice March 09, 2011

Such amazing detail! What a strange looking creature. You did a great job here Jeff! #9282162

Jeff Robinson March 09, 2011

Thank You!! Jeff #9282525

Rona L. Schwarz March 09, 2011

Fantastic capture of him with incredible detail and clarity, Jeff! Although I've never been to Africa, I certainly am aware of their fierce reputation that belies this docile look. Terrific composition - you caught him at a perfect moment. Love the title, too! #9282888

Marilyn K. Lincecum March 09, 2011

Excellant shot...I had no idea they could outrun a human, don't think I would want him chasing me. :-) Wonderful comp, colors and clarity. #9282891

Jeff Robinson March 10, 2011

Thank You Rona and Marilyn! Jeff #9283020

Bill Houghton March 10, 2011

Jeff, this is great. I see the old 100-400 is still doing it's job. Have a great weekend, Bill #9284496

Rudi Reiner March 10, 2011

Great capture, feels like you're right in front of it! #9284613

Dayna Cain March 11, 2011

This is an amazing image of an awesome animal. EXCELLANT!!! #9285724

Renata Gusciora March 12, 2011

Love it!Super capture,excellent detail and focus,Jeff!Awesome! #9287831

Kay Beausoleil March 12, 2011

Your POV makes this image really exciting to see -- great work, JEff! #9287898

Jeff Robinson March 13, 2011

Thank You!! Jeff #9288123

Dean Campbell March 13, 2011

Awesome color and details Jeff! #9288934

Wendy Stevenson March 13, 2011

I LOVE this - the details are amazing and those eyes!!! Awesome! #9289151

Jeff Robinson March 13, 2011

Thank You Dean and Wendy!! Jeff #9289334

Mary K. Robison March 22, 2011

FANTASTIC image, Jeff!
WINNERWINNERWINNER! #9307979

Jeff Robinson March 22, 2011

Thank You Mary:-)!! Jeff #9309505

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