Comment from Jairos
What a lovely capture. I like the expression. Beautiful color. very good detail. Nice impact. good camera techniques. Good blurry b/g. focus is sharp. Well done.-Jairos

 Comment Written 30-May-2013

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reply by the author on 30-May-2013

Thanks so much Jairos, I appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from pattigirl
Great capture of the precious shy Orangutan. What a beautiful face with such clarity and good focus. Almost looks like he is sleeping. How interesting that he covered himself with a blanket and turned his back to you. Amazing.

 Comment Written 30-May-2013

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reply by the author on 30-May-2013

Thanks so much I really appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from Curly Girly
This is a lovely shot of an orangutan. Nice colours, cute face. Good clarity. Perfection would have been if she was looking at the camera! But it's still good.

 Comment Written 30-May-2013

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reply by the author on 30-May-2013

Thankyou once again for your amazing rating and feedback.

Comment from SteveANH
Wonderful lighting and the focus is super good. You have really caught a moment form this Orangutan. He almost looks like he is getting ready for a nap!
Well done with great focus.

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thanks so much Steve, I appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from Royal-USNR
Mary, you certainly caught the Action, the look on his face, and it looks like the ball is in trouble also? Wonderful Action shot, you don't see many like this that's for sure. Overall Sharpness and focus could be no better, exposure is right on, facial expression is priceless. Thanks for sharing this one. Royal

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thanks so much Royal, I really appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Very shy,indeed!
As if enjoying the moment with that gratifying look, this orangutan strikes a very candid pose. The blue green ball provides a fitting contrast to his round face and that structure below his nose. His drooping eyes with short white lashes looks so cute. His earth tone thick fur and receding hairline completes the innocent countenance...
the long depth of field is harmonious... Cropping is just enough.

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thankyou so much, I appreciate your positive comments.

Comment from DawnHold
This is stunning - love it! Great composition, good focus on him showing lots of nice detail in his face and hair, great colours and good depth, I would have PS'd the two bars out but very well done.

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your positive feedback.

Comment from stleonardmom
Great shot, especially for a "quick capture"! Love the textures all working together, from the tree bark, the ball and the orangutan's fur. Colors, contrast and lighting are all effective. Nice composition as well - he looks like he was posing for you!

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thanks so much, such a shy guy - went back about 3 times and only came out from under the blanket once. :)

Comment from Doris1022
his ball looks like an emu egg. he is a cut fellow. very clear shot and his hair is like a super model. Would you mind if I drew your picture?

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thank you Doris, I would be so honoured that you would like to draw this - look forward to seeing the work :) Mary

reply by Doris1022 on 29-May-2013

thank you so much.

Comment from CheriseFoster
What a handsome chap he is. The look on his face says "This is my ball and you're not having it." I love that he is up so close and personal and you have not wasted any of the page. Good clarity and lighting and the subject matter is great. It really made me laugh when I read how he covered his head with a blanket so you couldn't get anymore shots - funny little thing.

 Comment Written 29-May-2013

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reply by the author on 29-May-2013

Thanks so much Cherise, I really appreciate your words :)