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Memories of Africa?
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Uploaded: 01/02/11 4:16 PM GMT
Memories of Africa?
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This is my entry for the contest - found this Western Lowland Gorilla deep in contemplation - perhaps remembering his original home. The shot was taken at the Brookfield Zoo in the western suburbs of Chicago. I will state firmly I am not a fan of zoos in today's world - they served their purpose in other centuries but with the advent of the internet and the type of wildlife video we have now everyone can see what different species look and act like. I'll get off my soapbox now . . . All comments and critiques appreciated.
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Perfect, Kathy! Maybe a touch of sadness to be in prision and I agree and think in the same way as you about zoos, so as circus. Here in Brazil it is forbiden animals in circus, I believe in the last 10 years, not very sure when this law went into effect. The photo is super to the contest, good luck!
Perfect, Kathy! Maybe a touch of sadness to be in prision and I agree and think in the same way as you about zoos, so as circus. Here in Brazil it is forbiden animals in circus, I believe in the last 10 years, not very sure when this law went into effect. The photo is super to the contest, good luck!
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Susie Sun
Kathy, an excellent entry into the contest and I wish you well with it.
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Get back on that soapbox, Lady! I agree with you about zoos, but I suppose it isn't much different than keeping a cat indoors to keep it from being killed by traffic. It doesn't seem natural all the same. I'd rather see an animal end up in a zoo than in a research lab. Okay, you can have the box back.
These huge mammals are fascinating. Jane Goodall thought so. I like the pose here. Good one for the contest.
These huge mammals are fascinating. Jane Goodall thought so. I like the pose here. Good one for the contest.
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WHAT WIKILEAKS REVEALED Protect freedom of speech and don't let them lie to us anymore.
Kathy - A wonderful image, a great capture that makes one wonder what the gorilla is thinking in this pensive pose. Thad
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If I could tell the story in words, I wouldn't need to lug around a camera. ~Lewis Hine
I wonder if he is contemplating his predicament? Then again, maybe he appreciates getting three squares and a place to sleep as much as he wants. Very nice shot, Kathy. Good luck in the contest.
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Beautiful capture and perfectly done Kathy! The Brookfield zoo was the only zoo I went to as a child. I think I was 10. I didn't see a zoo again til about 10 years ago...out in Omaha. Good luck in the contest!
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Sadly zoos such as this are necessary to keep some animal species alive. But it wouldn't hurt my feelings if they went out of business.
A lovely capture of the gorilla Kathy. Very nicely presented. Best of luck in the contest.
A lovely capture of the gorilla Kathy. Very nicely presented. Best of luck in the contest.
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Art is a collaboration between God and the artist, and the less the artist does the better. - Andre Gide
Kathy
He does look like he is contemplating something big! I think zoos have some purpose but only if the animals are treated with the up most compassion. Treating animals bad makes us less than human. Great image and the best of luck in the contest!
Paul
He does look like he is contemplating something big! I think zoos have some purpose but only if the animals are treated with the up most compassion. Treating animals bad makes us less than human. Great image and the best of luck in the contest!
Paul
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Super Congratulations Kathy! You fully deserve to win this contest with you marvellous photo and message! I am happy for you! :-)
Super Congratulations Kathy! You fully deserve to win this contest with you marvellous photo and message! I am happy for you! :-)
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Susie Sun
Congratulations ! it is well deserved !
John
John
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Congratulations, Kathy! He does look quite contemplative.
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WHAT WIKILEAKS REVEALED Protect freedom of speech and don't let them lie to us anymore.
Congratulations on your win in the Contemplation contest!! Very well deserved:)
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Hi Kathy,
Congrats on the win, it's well deserved, a very nice shot!!
Bravo!
Jaap
Congrats on the win, it's well deserved, a very nice shot!!
Bravo!
Jaap
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hurry up if you have time, then you have time if you in a hurry!
Congrats on the first place. Kudos! Tigs♥ =^..^=
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Nature in all her glory is my uplift on life and so is my love of photography. sandi ♪ ♫
Congratulations Kathy - he is so gorgeous and so thoughtful.
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What is life, if full of care,
we have no time to stand and stare - and take pictures!
Congratulations on your first place win Kathy a great capture.
Rob.
Rob.
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Congratulations on your first place win !
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Congrats! Thanks for the photo...such a very sad and forlorn expression. I am in agreement with you on zoos unless the mimic the animals surroundings to the most minute detail and then it's still rather sad.
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Congratulations! Simply perfect for the contest. Well done.
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All of earth is crammed with heaven And every bush aflame with God But only those who see take off their shoes. - Elizabeth Barrett Browning<p> mygallery
I love this, Kathy. Pearl of the images.
Yours SAM & SAAB after absence caused by health problems [mine not dog's:)]
Yours SAM & SAAB after absence caused by health problems [mine not dog's:)]
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With all my love and respect, Marzena
Tigs♥ =^..^=