Comment from Minnie Kaye
He is a magnificent animal.
So nice to see him so calm and peaceful.
You sure have a way of capturing the soul of an animal.
Great job, thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thank you so very much MO

reply by Minnie Kaye on 21-Sep-2017

You're welcome.

Comment from karen zima
Great initial impact on this sleepy lion. How did you get so close without drawing his attention. The composition works with the placement of his head. Interesting photo and fun to look at. Good job.

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

this was actually shot behind a chain link fence. Had to zoom in really close. thanks so much Karen

Comment from Malmax
My favorite animal ever since I was a child. What a wonderful capture of this peacefully sleeping lion. So beautiful.
I think I will always be amazed by the lion and this is an amazing close up photo with great clarity and sharp detail.
Malmax

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

they are truly the Lords of the Jungle. Thanks so much Malmax

reply by Malmax on 21-Sep-2017

You're most welcome
Marsha

Comment from Linda Wetzel
All I can say is WOW! This is a beautiful animal portrait. I love the golden glow of the sunlight reflecting off his coat. The facial expression is one of contentment.

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thanks Linda :)

Comment from Barbara L.
Lovely low lighting on this sleeping lion! Excellent close up with great detail in the face and fur. Very nice muted colors. Great composition to show his face with the flowing mane.

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thanks Barbara :)

Comment from Sange
Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!
Awesome capture of this rare view of a White Lion! Superb tight crop, fine soft light, excellent sharp focus and great full frame view of this gorgeous King of the jungle Sleeping.
Camera techs are all spot on.
Well done E!!
:)

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

Wooooo! thanks so much sange!!!!

Comment from michiganmike
I like the low key look. It seems appropriate for that beat up old face. The closed eyes are great and the scars across his nose are enhanced by the side light.

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thanks Mike ;)

Comment from Jairos
What a amazing close up here, very good initial impact, love the expression and pose good lighting effect, nice sharp focus, well done jairos

 Comment Written 19-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thanks so much Jairos

Comment from booklotto
Dang, no six here, but this is a Huge 6 and so much more! I laughed at first here because I thought, Wow, what would he look like all washed up? I have not ever been this close, but you sure took me there with this one. So perfect. No need of explaining. Your great at this personal shot for all of us to feel. Love, love and more love for this one.

 Comment Written 18-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

thanks Joannie! :)

Comment from Lisa M.
Cyber 6 without Question! Phenomenal! Amazing Clarity and Details! I'm not sure if you saw it or not but you can even see 4 Mosquitoes in his Mane on the Left Side! Simply Outstanding Shot! Perfectly Framed! Excellent Focal Point and Point of View! You Deserve a 6!!! Thank you for Sharing ;)

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 Comment Written 18-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 21-Sep-2017

wow, thanks Lisa so very much!!