Comment from photobeat
lovvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvve it mary, really excellent shot, the pose and the camera setting are perfect , excellent details, well done mary, beny ")

 Comment Written 28-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Awww thanks so much you are just so wonderful with your encouragement. :) Mary

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Mary!
While your notes contain some fairly dispiriting news about this great beast your portrait capture of him is really enjoyable!
Good Show,my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks Sean, I appreciate your comments as always :) Mary

reply by Sean T Phelan on 28-Apr-2015

You're welcome,Mary!

Comment from DavidP
Wow! What a beautiful big cat he is. His long mane is terrific and he seems to be giving you a rather regal pose as the King! Good photo Mary and thanks for sharing this big handsome fellow with us.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks David, I really appreciate your encouraging feedback. :) Mary

Comment from michiganmike
A very fine shot in outstanding light that brings out the detail of his mane and the excellent subtle coloration of the animal. I like the cropping and the resigned expression.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks Mike your encouraging feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from Steve Hanulec
Boy, This is quite a specimen. Your right, that mane is really something! I must say, your DOF, POV, focus, color are all really very good...Thank you for your sub...Steve H.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks Steve, your encouraging feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

reply by Steve Hanulec on 28-Apr-2015

My pleasure...Steve H.

Comment from Solway Lady
What a beautiful animal so glad he is better now. Brilliant detail in his fur, the dark background almost makes the lion 3D. Good composition and he looks content and the natural colors and soft light suit the picture well.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks so much, your positive feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from jrconrad
Handsome fella. Looks like he's posing for you. Really nice job on detail and non-intrusive background. Nice picture. Cheers, James.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks James, I really appreciate your positive feedback. :) Mary

Comment from gidavidson
A wonderful profile view on this beautiful big kitty. So good to know the good news on his cancer. I hope he enjoys his years left in a safe and loving home. Nice sharp focus, good frame and exposure to show his face and mane.

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks so much George, your positive feedback is always appreciated. :) Mary

Comment from Lilibug6
This is beautiful! The male lion is my favorite of all the big cats! The colors are great! The focus is very good! The presentation is beautiful! Well done and thanks for sharing! Lilibug6

 Comment Written 27-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Apr-2015

Thanks Lori, your positive feedback is appreciated. :) Mary

reply by Lilibug6 on 28-Apr-2015

You are very welcome! Lori