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So big, yet so vulnerable…
Mountain gorilla, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda

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Great close up and beautiful expressions !
I may de-saturate the green a touch.

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Ingrid,

This is a great photo. I’m not a wildlife photographer, so I don’t have an eye for it, but this photo just grabbed me. There is something about the out of focus leaves that just take this image to a much higher impact value with the ape in sharp focus looking back at you. It’s moving!

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That’s a fascinating portrait. Love the idea of using the out-of-focus foliage to accentuate the impact of this image. Well done!!!

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Ingrid: this is a beautiful image. The out of focus greenery gives a sense of habitat, is a frame for the gorilla and serves to accentuate the sharpness of the animal.

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Thanks Jagdeep. The sun was shining on the green leaves, which makes them so bright. I personally like it, but that’s maybe just me. Green also happens to be my favourite colour, so that doesn’t help :wink:

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Thank you Youssef, nice to hear that this photo hit a soft spot with you. :gift_heart:

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Thanks also Sandipan and Richard!

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Very captivating image, and inspiring perspective.
I’ve followed you for years, and always learn more about thinking “outside the box” (Thank you)
I’m really drawn to these eyes, and the muted greens add intrigue.
Congrats on a fine EP!

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Thank you, Sandy, for your appreciation and encouragement. And thanks for the EP!

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Excellent colors, but the balance is what really makes it work. A perfect composition, IMO.

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Thank you so much for your kind words, Max!