The Portrait

© Buddy Eleazer

The Portrait

Uploaded: March 25, 2008

Description

I am told gorillas are shy and don't like to look directly at you or be looked directly at. maybe, but this classic portaiture pose is one of my favorites from this encounter.

Shot with a 70-300 lens on my original Digital Rebel (300d)

Exif: F Number: 5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/80 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 200, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 170.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL

Comments

Dominick M. Dimacale level-addict March 25, 2008

beautiful animal portrait here, Buddy.

Dominick #885208

Michael G. Marshall March 25, 2008

Wonderful image Buddy! The expression is thought provoking and very special! Well done! Michael #5693775

Susan Heath March 25, 2008

Absolutely fantastic detail, Buddy! Exceptional lighting, as well. I love this! #5694131

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic March 25, 2008

Fantastic capture, Buddy. He is beautiful. Love the expression. #5698490

Susan Heath March 27, 2008

Congrats on this well-deserved EP! #5706491

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