Mona Lisa Smile
Gorilla on good behavior34 total reviews
Comment from ArtistCharles
The B&W works well for this shot. It brings out the details that might otherwise be lost. Nice shot of the ape pondering something. Good composition, sharp focus. Well seen.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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The B&W works well for this shot. It brings out the details that might otherwise be lost. Nice shot of the ape pondering something. Good composition, sharp focus. Well seen.
Comment Written 20-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks Charles :)
Comment from suffolkbrian
Excellent photo for the contest,you wonder what its thinking in this and has good detail in it and I like the format you chose for it,good luck in the contest...Brian
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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Excellent photo for the contest,you wonder what its thinking in this and has good detail in it and I like the format you chose for it,good luck in the contest...Brian
Comment Written 20-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks Brian. This is a repost and the contest is long gone :) But I certainly appreciate your very kind words and wonderful review!
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your welcome
Comment from nikman
A quite nice entry into the competition posted here! Not sure I would associate that grimace with a smile! Your fine image benefits from having a good and off-centre composition, with good exposure and sharpness. Well done and good luck!
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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A quite nice entry into the competition posted here! Not sure I would associate that grimace with a smile! Your fine image benefits from having a good and off-centre composition, with good exposure and sharpness. Well done and good luck!
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks so much Nikman
Comment from Brendaartwork18
This is s super photograph of this gorrilla. He or is it a she has a very interesting expression and smile the focus is good and capture of fine detail evident. The black and white is perfect for the subject and should do well. Good luck.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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This is s super photograph of this gorrilla. He or is it a she has a very interesting expression and smile the focus is good and capture of fine detail evident. The black and white is perfect for the subject and should do well. Good luck.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks Brenda
Comment from Sean T Phelan
It's probably thinking up some sort of simian Deviltry Eileen! : )
That's a fine looking
'grey toned' portrait photograph of this beast,my friend!
~Sean
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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It's probably thinking up some sort of simian Deviltry Eileen! : )
That's a fine looking
'grey toned' portrait photograph of this beast,my friend!
~Sean
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks Sean ;)
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You're welcome,Eileen!
Comment from Dick Lee Shia
An artistic candid rendition. Monochromatic presentation.
Excellent details & features. Impressive tonal range & textures.
Great story telling factor.
Compact framing.
Subtle lighting...
Thanks for sharing...
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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An artistic candid rendition. Monochromatic presentation.
Excellent details & features. Impressive tonal range & textures.
Great story telling factor.
Compact framing.
Subtle lighting...
Thanks for sharing...
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thank you Dick
Comment from cleo85
To answer your question. I believe the look is friendly and observing and I have the a bit sad. I am not sure why, but the Gorilla looks lonely to me, almost as if Ape wants to communicate, but sadly misses the human organs to do so.
The monochromatic emphasizes this impression. The photo is well focused, showing well defined detail of body and hair. The photo has good exposure. The gorilla is perfectly placed into the frame. The composition is balanced.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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To answer your question. I believe the look is friendly and observing and I have the a bit sad. I am not sure why, but the Gorilla looks lonely to me, almost as if Ape wants to communicate, but sadly misses the human organs to do so.
The monochromatic emphasizes this impression. The photo is well focused, showing well defined detail of body and hair. The photo has good exposure. The gorilla is perfectly placed into the frame. The composition is balanced.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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I can imagine they can get lonely, especially if they are not born in the zoo. I'm sure they have some memories of the life before the zoo. Thanks Cleo.
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You're most welcome. :o)
Comment from alaskapat
I really think the B&W was a perfect choice to render this handsome Gorilla, he is well placed in the frame, well focused, the image is clear, exposure is managed well, his expression to me is that he is actually pondering something. Well composed and presented!
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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I really think the B&W was a perfect choice to render this handsome Gorilla, he is well placed in the frame, well focused, the image is clear, exposure is managed well, his expression to me is that he is actually pondering something. Well composed and presented!
Comment Written 19-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2019
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thanks so much pat :)
Comment from csimmons032
This is a good photo. Your focus, framing, and lighting are all very good. I like the black and white effect as well. Well done! You did a wonderful job :) Thanks for sharing :)
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2014
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This is a good photo. Your focus, framing, and lighting are all very good. I like the black and white effect as well. Well done! You did a wonderful job :) Thanks for sharing :)
Comment Written 20-Sep-2014
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2014
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thank you so very much CS
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your welcome :)
Comment from PANCHO777
This is an AMAZING shot! Her facial expression is not only very touching, but reminds us all about the beauty of this extremely strong and gentle creatures, which for ages have been illegally poached by furtive hunters. She has this pensive glance which commands love, compassion and understanding from us ungrateful humans. Thanks for allowing us the honor to share this with you!
Regards
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2014
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This is an AMAZING shot! Her facial expression is not only very touching, but reminds us all about the beauty of this extremely strong and gentle creatures, which for ages have been illegally poached by furtive hunters. She has this pensive glance which commands love, compassion and understanding from us ungrateful humans. Thanks for allowing us the honor to share this with you!
Regards
Comment Written 19-Sep-2014
reply by the author on 20-Sep-2014
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thank you so very much Pancho!