Comment from Lucas Sizov
Truly magnificent his majesty the king of animals! You captured him perfectly! High contrast makes his character more visible! Great DOF, natural colors! It's the winner to me, regardless on the vote. I don't have any sixes left this week.. please take my virtual seven star ð??? rating!!!

 Comment Written 29-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021

Thanks so much for the very nice review! I really appreciate it! Have a wonderful night! Lori

Comment from Daphne Oberon
OH MY! Isn't that a splendid shot and subject. My admiration to the zookeepers. He looks very well kept whereas many zoo animals in other zoos don't. My admiration all the way around!

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thank you so much for the awesome review and rating! I really appreciate it! Have a great night! Lori

Comment from supergold
a wonderful portrait of this lion Lori; it looks as if you were resting or sleeping in a wood and the lion was surprised to discover you; outstanding sharp details;

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thanks so much Fred! I really appreciate the very nice review and extra star rating! Have a wonderful night=) Lori

Comment from JirinaInspire
The portrait of the Lyon and his gaze on you is very powerful presentation of this big animal, I can feel the danger even if he is in the Zoo. Great mixed media and well done photograph.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thanks so much for the very nice review! Have a great night! Lori

Comment from Sean T Phelan
Hi Lori!
They're a very popular animal,aren't they?
Your photograph of this specimen,despite the strong lighting,is very enjoyable to see,my friend!
~Sean

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thanks Sean! Have a great night! Lori

reply by Sean T Phelan on 04-Jan-2021

You too.Lori! : D

Comment from alaskapat
Wow! Your angle of shot emphasizes the lions size! He is gorgeous ! Well focused, this image is clear, exposure is good in the sunshine! Colors appear natural. I like the surroundings , it does not look like a typical zoo image! Well presented !

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thanks so much Pat! Have a great night! Lori

Comment from cleo85
This is a good animal portrait. I like the surprised expression of the Lion. His eyes and the reflections in them are especially intriguing. Your photo is well focused, exposed and treated with mixed media. I enjoy the realism of color and light and the sharpness of detail. The photo has good depth. The background and the brush in the foreground makes it looking as if the Lion is living in some woods rather than in a zoo. The mixed media is well composed and framed. The Lion is perfect placed within the frame. The portrait is balanced.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thank you very much! Lori

reply by cleo85 on 04-Jan-2021

You're very welcome, Lory! :o)

Comment from nikman
A very good looking entry into the competition posted here! He looks like he has just spotted something tasty, such as you! Your fine and appropriate composition offers us an enjoyable look at him. Like his eyes and mane detail. Well done and good luck!

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 04-Jan-2021

Thanks so much ! Lori