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Uploaded: 05/27/10 1:30 PM GMT
Just An Old Softie
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Soft focus was used on everything except the polar bear's head, to give this a little different look.

Thanks for the comments, friends.

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::Ramad
05/27/10 1:43 PM GMT
I like the idea Jimbob. But "Softie" looks still dangerous to me. Good presentation with that frame.
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::Genver
05/27/10 2:17 PM GMT
Very nice photo of the bear,Jim,the clarity is very good as well as the lighting.
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::0930_23
05/27/10 2:28 PM GMT
I didn't know what to expect Jethro. This is really good and I do like the effect.

I bet his teeth wouldn't feel so soft if they were gnashing you about.

Makes me want a Polar Bear Ice Cream Bar.

TicK

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.YoungATheart
05/27/10 2:32 PM GMT
Very ethereal! I love what you did with him.
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::trixxie17
05/27/10 2:36 PM GMT
I very much like this affect - It's a great shot.
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::Dunstickin
05/27/10 2:51 PM GMT
Nowt soft about this beast!...

Really nice work pal.!
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::jeenie11
05/27/10 2:55 PM GMT
wonderful effect. what kind of soft focus? was it in the camera or in the post processing?
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::gabi_h
05/27/10 3:32 PM GMT
A polar bear looming out of the mist! Better be careful. Beautiful work.
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.avedeloff
05/27/10 4:03 PM GMT
Very nice effect on this cute polar bear. A great photo.
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.Joanie
05/27/10 4:31 PM GMT
Gorgeous shot and work Jim!! A huge wow from me and faved!
Joanie
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.J_E_F
05/27/10 4:34 PM GMT
That's one pillow I don't intend on snuggling up to. Nice work.
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.Catharina1
05/27/10 5:06 PM GMT
This looks good Jim.. very good! And what a beautiful bear! Mich
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::corngrowth
05/27/10 6:14 PM GMT
Thought by the title that you should tell us that the polar bear is a softy. The look on its face tells another story, my friend.
Excellent post Jimbob!
Regards, Cornelius.
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::Inkeri
05/27/10 6:46 PM GMT
Beautiful bear..but still dangerous.Very Beautiful work,Jim.
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.flanno2610
05/27/10 8:10 PM GMT
Now that is one tough softy!
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.icedancer
05/27/10 11:03 PM GMT
Wonderful capture and looks like he's trying to clear his throat. He really does look really soft, but I don't think I'll touch.
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.Delkaoth
05/27/10 11:22 PM GMT
Very nicely done! I like the expression on his face quite a bit! Well done!
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.Starglow
05/27/10 11:40 PM GMT
I really like your work on this one. He looks so nice and white.
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::casechaser
05/27/10 11:44 PM GMT
Jimbob, that is just another WOW!
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::luckyshot
05/28/10 12:57 AM GMT
Jimbob - Your focus technique works perfectly for this photo. Well done!! Thad
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::bingwa
05/28/10 2:59 AM GMT
I'd have to go a little further north to see a polar bear, but I'd gladly settle for this fine shot of the 'different look'! Well done, as always.

Winona
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.kg4bet
05/28/10 6:36 AM GMT
very nice work I like the different look you gave this shot

Sheldon
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::busybottle
05/28/10 7:42 AM GMT
He looks perfect with the softness on the body! Im still not going to pet him!!
Paul
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::verenabloo
05/28/10 8:44 PM GMT
What a gorgeous ol' bear!! He looks like he's just had enough of something or another...photographer or ? but I love the picture. Very nicely done!! You're SOOO brave!! Verena----by the way I love your cute doggie avie!!
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05/29/10 1:04 AM GMT
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::wheedance
05/29/10 5:17 PM GMT
I saw this in the VB and really liked it! I like the effect you used to soften part of it - really makes the head stand out!
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::tigger3
05/29/10 10:31 PM GMT
Jim, Very well done, I like the results!
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.kindred_spirit
05/30/10 12:51 AM GMT
Wonderful capture and production. Simply beautiful.
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.OutdoorsGuy
05/30/10 1:53 AM GMT
Amazing. Well captured. Had to fave.
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.prashanth
06/05/10 4:51 AM GMT
Little too close for comfort Jim (Polar Bears are cute, but they are extremely dangerous). Stunning shot!
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