Comment from Sange
I Just voted for this so I am here now to review it.
I do like when you do not use filters especially that fin furs and feathers. Your work shines when you show it as is out of camera.
Great white balance control, sharp focus, nice eye clarity and fine stop action.
Congratulations on your win! Yes I know it's too early...but it's a winner.
Bravo.

 Comment Written 06-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 07-Oct-2018

Thank you so much!

Comment from LynnAMarie
Nice capture and composition. The focus is spot on and details are great. It's sad that we will likely only see these creatures in zoos in the future as they are poached so much in the wild. Intelligent and emotional, they are wonderful animals. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 04-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Oct-2018

Thanks Lynn!

Comment from MKFlood
he is saying.."gimme some sugar baby!'..lol. the clarity is great. the angle of the shot of this handsome fella is great. the capture of the light is great. the image is balanced and eye appealing to the viewer. good eye and great job overall.

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Oct-2018

Thanks so much

Comment from Donna Ruiz
I'm always so pleased to see a new "Barney" shot. I think he is spectacular. You had some nice light to work with this day. The light on his face is so lovely. And, yes, his expression is priceless. Great focus and detail in his beautiful face. Good luck in the contest. As always, thanks for sharing Barney.

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Oct-2018

Thanks you so much donna

Comment from Stringbean
Your vertical framing works well along with good placement of the Gorilla in your frame. Nice expression and emotion captured on his face. Very well focused with good exposure and strong sharp focus on the eyes and face with good details and clarity. A good entry into the Expressions Photography and a good contender. Outstanding photography and post-processing work. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 03-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 06-Oct-2018

Wow thank you Mary Lynn!

reply by Stringbean on 10-Oct-2018

You are so very welcome Eileen!
Mary Lynn

Comment from michiganmike
A nicely cropped image with fantastic facial details. I like the look in his eyes and the pursed lips. I like this cropping and wish you the best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 03-Oct-2018

thanks Mike

Comment from GaliaG
Excellent entry for the contest, good luck with it

good focus, excellent light handling, good position of the gorilla in the frame and excellent presentation

thanks for sharing

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 02-Oct-2018

thank you so very much!

Comment from nikman
A pretty good entry into the competition presented here! Judging by his present expression I am of the opinion that he is hooting? Your nice image is well composed, sharp, with good exposure. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 01-Oct-2018

Thank you Nik

Comment from SandraInSpain
What a stunning capture you have here. He definitely has something special. Good clarity and composition, and great use of colour. I like that you've chosen to show just part of him. Excellent work.

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2018

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reply by the author on 01-Oct-2018

thank you Sandra

Comment from Malmax
Oh I remember this face,
such a beauty! I love his expressive look that is perfectly captured with excellent detail, color and strong attention to the eyes and mouth. A fabulous entry for the contest! Who could resist Barney? Best wishes in the competition.
Malmax

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 Comment Written 29-Sep-2018

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reply by the author on 01-Oct-2018

Thank you Marsha

reply by Malmax on 01-Oct-2018

You're welcome