The Hug
Uploaded: December 16, 2007
I spotted a troop of vervet monkeys moving through Mountain Zebra National Park in South Africa. This mother hugged her baby close. I was taken with their eyes, both so intense.
f/8, 1/200th second, Canon 500 mm lens with 1.4X extender
Donna Dunbar December 16, 2007
Wow, this image is amazing, I love the clarity and yes definitely their eyes, Love it!!! #809530Donna La Mattino Pagakis December 16, 2007
Outstanding Jan, great eye contact. An incredible image that deserves to win big!!A favorite for me!! Best of luck!!
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Anne M. Young December 16, 2007
Beautiful shot - just right! #5216331Liz blahh December 16, 2007
Superb! #5216535Kevin Kelly December 17, 2007
How sweet! This is really a nice shot. #5216697Brett Dolsen December 17, 2007
Outstanding Capture Jan!!Jennifer L. Alder January 25, 2008
W O W !!!!Deborah Lewinson January 25, 2008
Congratulations on your win, Jan, for this gorgeous and compelling image!Elida Gutierrez January 25, 2008
Especialy for the winersLinda Blair January 26, 2008
A very touching and sweet portrait...congratulations!!!! ☺ #5400229Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 26, 2008
I'm very happy for your win Jan, congratulations!! #5400777Cindy Bendush January 27, 2008
Fabulous image Jan! Congratulations! #5404780Dominick M. Dimacale February 01, 2008
Congratulations Jan on your win!
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RC Fritz February 06, 2008
Amazing image! Congrats on your WIN, Jan! #5452138Lisa J. Boulden November 11, 2008
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