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Sly Fox Versus Sly Photographer!
1st PlaceSly Fox Versus Sly Photographer!
Ivory


Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Challenge: Wildlife III (Advanced Editing V)
Camera: Canon EOS-300D Rebel
Lens: Canon EF 35-105mm f/4.5-5.6
Location: Clarington
Date: Jan 20, 2007
Aperture: f8
ISO: 100
Shutter: 1/320
Galleries: Animals
Date Uploaded: Jan 20, 2007

First I have to thank everyone for such amazing comments! I can't believe the score all week I have been watching just expecting the bottom to drop out but it didn't, I couldn't be happier. I took this shot at a friends farm, fox hang around there all the time and are used to seeing people. I was lucky to get so close and am totally thrilled with the outcome.

Statistics
Place: 1 out of 218
Avg (all users): 8.3000
Avg (commenters): 8.9744
Avg (participants): 8.1165
Avg (non-participants): 8.4286
Views since voting: 58440
Views during voting: 675
Votes: 250
Comments: 242
Favorites: 215 (view)


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03/28/2021 05:44:23 PM
amazing image!
11/17/2015 04:16:10 PM
Absolutely gorgeous! There's just not much more that can be said.
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03/11/2011 11:09:47 PM
Beautiful capture!
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12/30/2009 08:40:17 PM
I know I've said it before, but this shot exemplifies everything that "is" photography. Absolutely perfect. Breathtaking. I can actually "feel" the fox's racing emotions and cold nose.
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10/30/2009 09:21:37 AM
A new favorite. This is amazing.
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10/30/2009 12:57:37 AM
An instant favorite, excellent!!!!
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09/04/2009 08:05:10 AM
this is a wonderful photo , didn't vote on the challenge but most certainly would have given this a 10.
the colours and the detail are absolutely amazing , focus and sharpness spot on , well done.
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05/04/2009 06:11:17 PM
Gorgeous color, and gorgeous texture and POV here!
Love it!
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02/08/2009 12:34:05 PM
that sounds so exciting to get that close. Foxes lived in Missouri where I grew up, but I never saw one. Out here in New Mexico we have coyotes which are fascinating as well and also hard to get close to. People still shoot them here. sad but true
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08/17/2008 12:37:05 AM
Amazing photo and amazing high score! You are expert!
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05/27/2008 11:57:39 PM
This would definitely my all time FAVORITE photo at DPC.....
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05/11/2008 02:15:12 AM
I know I have said how wonderful this image is but had to write another comment here.
The more I see this awesome image, the more I love it, and I loved it the very first time I saw it, and still do.....

Does that make sense.

Message edited by author 2008-05-27 23:56:51.
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05/11/2008 12:43:39 AM
WOW! This is incredible!!!
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03/05/2008 09:54:55 AM
WOW is all I can say. It's like he posed, and made sad googly eyes, just for you. Lucky you and great capture.
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02/15/2008 11:55:41 PM
A stunning photograph
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02/07/2008 01:41:15 PM
perfect!
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01/28/2008 09:04:31 PM
what can I possibly add to the 225 comments below?? as well as over 26000 views !! GEESH! AWESOME!! SIMPLY AWESOME!! sometimes it just all comes together & the best part is having your camera there to catch it! Strong Work!!
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11/17/2007 10:17:43 AM
very nice ang incredible image....did you use post processing for this shot?
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11/06/2007 08:52:21 AM
This is so incredible. The colors and warm tones are amazing. This is one of those shots that just draw you in.
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10/08/2007 08:31:19 AM
Very nice catch! It looks the fox posed for the photo. Everything came together on this one. You have really great work.
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10/03/2007 03:48:43 PM
This is absolutely amazing...your photos are inspirational!
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10/03/2007 12:50:30 PM
this is such an amazing shot. i love how sharp & clear it is. i am an artist & i was wondering if i could have your permission to paint it someday? www.elenassketches.freeservers.com

thank you
elena
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07/23/2007 01:16:07 PM
Wow, great job. You deserve all the accolades! Just stunning!
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06/27/2007 10:48:06 PM
Well deserved first place. Lighting is perfect. Color and detail amazing.
Congratulations.
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06/27/2007 10:31:04 PM
wow wow wow
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04/29/2007 07:15:01 AM
I luv this! congrats on ribbon its going in my favorites!
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03/25/2007 10:38:03 PM
by Donald
While reading Langdon's comments during his birthday challenge I fell upon this wonderful photo of yours. It is absolutely spectacular. My clictacamera photo group has huge fans of a wolf type huskie with piercing eyes we found two years ago. I can now challenge our "top dog" award next Wednesday during class. Congratulations on a splendid entry.
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02/13/2007 03:13:10 PM
Love the details on this shot.

:)
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02/04/2007 06:16:55 PM
Great shot, one of the best wildlife photos I've seen. Congratulations.
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02/04/2007 12:57:07 PM
Beautiful photograph of a gorgeous wild animal. Good job. Blue Ribbon quality.
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02/04/2007 10:14:02 AM
Excellent color and textures and what a pose... Great pic.
(PS - I noticed that you received a couple of 1,2 & 3 ratings... what are people thinking? Are they the "competition" in the particular contest - I had a similar thing happen with my blue ribbon??).
Nice work,
Drake
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02/03/2007 09:30:11 PM
Just simply an incredible photograph
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02/03/2007 03:52:01 AM
I gave it a ten thinking it might be a "zoo" shot but still incredible. I was thrilled to hear it was actually shot in the wild. Congrats all around!
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02/03/2007 01:19:09 AM
Congrats on this... a very well-deserved ribbon!
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02/02/2007 06:59:44 PM
Congrats on this beyond 8 image!!! The textures and lighting are amazing! Go Ontario Go!!!
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02/01/2007 10:30:55 PM
Excellent! Congrats, well deserved.
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02/01/2007 10:41:54 AM
Gor-or-or-or-geous! CONGRATS!!!!! (and a little side note to everyone who assumed that this was not in the wild and voted your assumption, I would like to suggest that we all please be careful not to do that. It's not fair to the photographer in any challenge. We have to trust that the photographer interprets the challenge as he or she sees fit and simply vote on the picture, not on the assumption. it's always dangerous to assume in any situation in life, because there's always a 50% chance that we will be wrong.)
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02/01/2007 10:11:59 AM
This is such a great shot, cheers from your friends in Port Perry.
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01/31/2007 06:54:04 PM
Very cool, great lighting - also nice job on capturing eyes and face-
enjoy all those foxes at your friends farm. I'de be taking my camera each visit.

Mitch Spillane
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01/31/2007 04:54:05 PM
Its magnific ! what an expression, and successful lightning.
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01/31/2007 06:32:03 AM
Beautiful Fox photo!

Gerald
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01/31/2007 06:13:02 AM
ser gut getroffen!
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01/31/2007 05:51:03 AM
wow

I'm speechless
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01/31/2007 03:40:28 AM
amazing. congrats on catching such lovely image (and a blue!)
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01/30/2007 06:51:18 PM
absolutely worth a blue ribbon!
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01/30/2007 04:01:22 PM
Zoo shot? I wonder if Hahn23 voted you low on his preceived DNMC. This should be voted as you see it. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF YOU CAN SEE A BACKGROUND!

This is an excellent shot even if if was taken in your living room.

Originally posted by hahn23:

Beautiful! Where are your comments on location. If this is a zoo shot, I'll be really disappointed! There is no environment showing, so it dnmc, unless you tell us this was shot in the wild. Yes, I am challenging you here!
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01/30/2007 11:48:59 AM
WOW. You really deserved this ribbon. Nice job, how wonderful.
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01/30/2007 01:27:30 AM
Look how many favorites here Susan, (71 to date) and gee, I think you should have this one accepted as a DPC Print.
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01/29/2007 10:00:13 PM
Honestly, who doesn't love foxes (except some grumpy farmers). This one, obviously, is very nice. The angle is a little bizarre though. Amazingly, I think this could have been a touch better with a better vantage point...
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01/29/2007 09:43:57 PM
Congrats on the ribbon! The lighting makes this one jump out at me!
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01/29/2007 09:03:08 PM
good job
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01/29/2007 08:54:08 PM
I love this shot and I am glad that you got the blue! I love the wonderful expression of this fox. The lighting is fantastic and the detail and sharpness are just great!
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01/29/2007 08:40:11 PM
This STUNS ME!!!

oh wow.
brilliant.

Just... totally perfect!

ayyy!
I've never seen a real live fox before =[
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01/29/2007 08:38:56 PM
I just have to jump in here and say thank you again, I can't believe these comments they are so amazing and I appreciate everyone of them! It was a freezing cold day when I got this shot and the hours spent in the cold were definately all worth it. A Big thanks to all again!!
Sue
01/29/2007 08:06:23 PM
Congratulations on your First Blue, this is amazing capture. He even has a sly look in his eyes. Perfect image. :-)
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01/29/2007 08:03:14 PM
OH WOW ! Rare photo of such a beautiful canine.
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01/29/2007 07:26:49 PM
I'm so happy for you!!! A beautiful photo, the blue and an amazing score! You deserve every bit of it :)
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01/29/2007 06:32:28 PM
This shot deservedly takes its place in the DPC hall of fame. I keep returning to gaze at it every time I see the front page of the site. What an accomplishment!
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01/29/2007 05:49:37 PM
Congratulations on your win and such an incredible photo!
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01/29/2007 05:47:01 PM
Congratulations! This picture is outstanding, it looks as though the fox could jump out of the screen!! I really like this one!
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01/29/2007 04:59:07 PM
I gave this a 10, was there any other score worthy!! Great photo!
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01/29/2007 03:47:11 PM
Thats a knockout photo, you deserve the win.
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01/29/2007 03:39:05 PM
oo i love the eys and the fur
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01/29/2007 03:34:10 PM
Sensational!
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01/29/2007 03:28:58 PM
Lighting is just beautiful, and clarity and composition are just excellent. Right into my favourites too!
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01/29/2007 03:22:35 PM
I love those eyes! Great clarity and absolute favorite for the blue! Congrats! (right into my faves)
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01/29/2007 03:12:38 PM
Beautiful Fox photo! So glad to see the ribbon and the mega score.
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01/29/2007 03:09:29 PM
This is one of the best if not the best wildlife picture I have ever seen. Great job!
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01/29/2007 02:59:58 PM
Congratulations on your well deserved first place! An absolute stunning photograph!
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01/29/2007 02:09:16 PM
Many congratulations! This is one of the best ever! WOW!
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01/29/2007 01:36:21 PM
Absolutely stunning! Congrats on the ribbon and the excellent score!
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01/29/2007 01:12:12 PM
Excellent photo! Congratulations! Also, congratulations for achieving one of the highest scores on DPC!
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01/29/2007 12:55:01 PM
wow.... it´s the best one i have seen. beutifull colors beutifull fox, thank you for charing it with us.
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01/29/2007 12:54:44 PM
I love the lighting, and the expression! great detail!
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01/29/2007 11:54:17 AM
Hey, great image. You are really on fire!! Great detail you can almost touch him.
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01/29/2007 11:41:19 AM
congrats on 1st :) well deserved!
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01/29/2007 11:36:57 AM
Great close-up. Congratulations on winning this challenge! I think it may of been tougher than any of the "Best of" challenges.
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01/29/2007 11:18:15 AM
Totally Amazing!! Beautiful shot - Congrats on the Blue Ribbon!!
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01/29/2007 10:54:34 AM
Ivory, what an absolutely gorgeous shot - very glad I gave it a 9!
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01/29/2007 10:28:30 AM
Wow, beautiful shot. The natural lighting was gorgeous!
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01/29/2007 10:17:01 AM
Amazing score - for an amazing photo. Nice continuity of quality work on your part. Well done.
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01/29/2007 10:05:55 AM
100% Quality image
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01/29/2007 10:05:36 AM
Beautiful photo and light! I do wish the title was different though.."Sly Fox" was enough (thats me being picky :P) +fav ;)
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01/29/2007 10:00:01 AM
I think you did a great job on catchin the fox just at the right moment.
His fur is excellent. His eyes are clear. Just a wonderful photo.
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01/29/2007 09:56:01 AM
Knew this was the BLUE as soon as I saw it! Couldn't wait to put it into my Favs! Superb work! Congrats~~
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01/29/2007 08:59:12 AM
Originally posted by Qart:

Yeah... I guess this'll do... ;P


Back off Mista....or you will have to deal with me... ;P
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01/29/2007 08:54:17 AM
Really an amazing shot, highly deserving of the blue ribbon. Excellent detail and lighting! What's even more amazing is seeing what lens you used and how close you must've been to the usually very skittish subject! I would've guessed you were using at least a 300mm prime lens to get so close with such outstanding detail. Very nice work, congratulations!
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01/29/2007 08:03:51 AM
Congrats Sue.. very well-deserved win for you!!
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01/29/2007 07:40:28 AM
Such a captivating image! CONGRATULATIONS!
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01/29/2007 07:26:29 AM
hey congrats on the all important BLUE. Great job
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01/29/2007 07:17:44 AM
WOAH!! look at that score. Awesome job! CONGRATS!!! :D
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01/29/2007 07:17:37 AM
Oh Ivory!!! I am so happy for you, and yes. . .this is the one I was sure would win blue and I hit that 10 button the minute I caught my breath and was able to take my eyes off this amazing photo!!

That is about the highest score I think I've ever seen! But its about the best photo I've seen too!

MEGA CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
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01/29/2007 07:08:32 AM
congrats on your blue ribbon I am one of the 72 gave you a 10.
Maybe the person gave you a 1 don't think is a wildlife shot. this fox looks like a dog.
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01/29/2007 06:28:01 AM
Susan, this has to be one of the top scores, if not the top, close to the top...congratualtions on a superb image and BLUE ...8.3!!! woah! That's unbelievable
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01/29/2007 06:20:36 AM
OH YEAH GIRL!!!! Knew you were overdue for a ribbon!! 8.3!!! Wow! This is so awesome!! I'm SO happy for you! Huge congratulations on your Blue and incredible score with this Outstanding shot!!
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01/29/2007 06:04:05 AM
Originally posted by xxrozxx:

just found out about this incredible photograph .. i'd missed it in the voting ..... average vote of 8.3000 .. not only a personal best and a blue ribbon .. but i think its very rare for anyone to get such an amazingly high score .......
CONGRATULATIONS .....
could be a DPC record .. and if not it'd be close ......??


Wow! 7th highest score ever on DPC... AMAZING! Congrats! And the 2nd place shot made the 11th highest ever.

Message edited by author 2007-01-29 19:22:01.
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01/29/2007 05:46:46 AM
Absolutely beautiful! Congrats!
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01/29/2007 05:16:03 AM
Congrat´s on the win and especially the score, even though I like Alex´s photo this is better so I think it deserved to win, great job.
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01/29/2007 04:52:06 AM
Susan I didn't vote on this challenge but did take time to check out all the entries, I knew this would be first, first time I have felt this and got it right, congratulations on a well deserved first place and a fantstic score, what a perfect shot.
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01/29/2007 04:48:07 AM
Congrats on your blue, excellent shot!
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01/29/2007 04:47:49 AM
absolutely fantastic great job well deserved win
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01/29/2007 03:31:20 AM
Originally posted by dreamy:

WOW

I would be very interested to know the motivations of the person who voted 1 on this ?


trolls, trolls, trolls...jealous people who don't want the photo to ribbon.

what a great shot, love the sunlight in it's eyes.
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01/29/2007 03:24:59 AM
WOW
Congratulations for this amasing picture and score

I would be very interested to know the motivations of the person who voted 1 on this ?
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01/29/2007 02:54:40 AM
Wow! Congrats on an incredible shot. The score is accurate. Congrats also on utterly blowing away your previous personal best and on your first ribbon. :)
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01/29/2007 02:49:42 AM
just found out about this incredible photograph .. i'd missed it in the voting ..... average vote of 8.3000 .. not only a personal best and a blue ribbon .. but i think its very rare for anyone to get such an amazingly high score .......
CONGRATULATIONS .....
could be a DPC record .. and if not it'd be close ......??
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01/29/2007 02:49:06 AM
the nose, the nose!
that's where my eyes keep hovering towards.
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01/29/2007 02:37:42 AM
WOW. Amazing shot. It's one of the best shots I've seen here. Congrats. And unbelievable it was with 105mm!!!! Of course, goes to my faves.

Álex.
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01/29/2007 02:04:15 AM
I knew this one was the blue!
a stunning capture of a stunning critter!
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01/29/2007 01:53:48 AM
Hi Sue, What a great capture. Wish I had seen this prior to voting closing. Although it would have meant that you would have got another 10. Boring isn't it. Congratulations on the blue. Very well deserved.
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01/29/2007 01:51:04 AM
YEEEEES !!! Best one!!!
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01/29/2007 01:47:31 AM
I'd guess uou got close since your lens topped out at 105mm! I want to visit that farm! Again, great capture.

Oh yeah - who the hell gave this a one? They should be banned for having no photographic sense what so ever.

Message edited by author 2007-01-29 01:51:09.
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01/29/2007 01:37:58 AM
Wonderful shot, you've set some high standards!
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01/29/2007 01:26:05 AM
and PS

TEAM BADASS KICKS SOME BAD ASS!
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01/29/2007 01:24:45 AM
7th highest rated photo on ALL of DPC. amazing
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01/29/2007 01:16:32 AM
WOW! That score is HUGE! Congrats on the 8+ and the blue ribbon!
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01/29/2007 01:15:59 AM
How lucky you are to have been able to get so close to this beautiful animal. And your photo really did him or her justice. Congratulations on a well-earned ribbon.
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01/29/2007 12:58:50 AM
Awesome shot....Congrats.
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01/29/2007 12:49:36 AM
Susan own words, clears this one up for you.

I took this shot at a friends farm, fox hang around there all the time and are used to seeing people.

Originally posted by hahn23:

Beautiful! Where are your comments on location. If this is a zoo shot, I'll be really disappointed! There is no environment showing, so it dnmc, unless you tell us this was shot in the wild. Yes, I am challenging you here!
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01/29/2007 12:49:35 AM
Yeah... I guess this'll do... ;P
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01/29/2007 12:46:23 AM
Good thing this is such an awesome shot, because you may be stuck with it on your profile page for the rest of your natural life! BWAHAHAHAHA!
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01/29/2007 12:41:17 AM
What a score and WHAT a shot. Fantastically beautiful!! Huge congrats on your blue, Susan.
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01/29/2007 12:26:08 AM
Amazing!! Congratulations on such a high score and great picture.
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01/29/2007 12:23:21 AM
Congrats ... First ribbon and with an 8+ in a great challenge! Well done.
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01/29/2007 12:23:04 AM
8.3 is masterful! Amazing shot (and voting breakdown graph). :)
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01/29/2007 12:22:32 AM
congratulations!
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01/29/2007 12:21:47 AM
Congrats on your first ribbon! And what a way to get the Blue! 8.3 is probably one of the highest scores ever!

The 8+ club count only 30 photos over 5 years, a very select group indeed!

Message edited by author 2007-01-29 00:24:06.
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01/29/2007 12:20:48 AM
Wowee....congrats girl. Well deserved. I would like to see the image of the person that voted the one!
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01/29/2007 12:19:03 AM
Congrats! This was one of my favorites.
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01/29/2007 12:17:30 AM
A well deserved "Blue" By far the best of the show. Van
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01/29/2007 12:16:43 AM
WOO HOO!! Way to go Susan. This is fantastic.
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01/29/2007 12:16:27 AM
Congrats on your BLUE. Excellent Capture
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01/29/2007 12:15:50 AM
I think this fox deserve a meal from you.Congrats for the ribon and the high score
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01/29/2007 12:15:48 AM
Beautiful! Where are your comments on location. If this is a zoo shot, I'll be really disappointed! There is no environment showing, so it dnmc, unless you tell us this was shot in the wild. Yes, I am challenging you here!
01/29/2007 12:15:44 AM
You must be floating on air. What a finish! Congratulations!
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01/29/2007 12:15:42 AM
What a screamin' score, congrats on your stratospheric results!
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01/29/2007 12:13:27 AM
Congrats, beautiful!
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01/29/2007 12:12:46 AM
Wow!! Check out that score! Way to go Susan!! Congratulations on your first ribbon and your 8+ score!
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01/29/2007 12:11:50 AM
Amazing - top row of the highest rated images in the history of DPC. Congrats!
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01/29/2007 12:11:37 AM
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!! You made this challenge such a joy to follow ! Well done!!! You are cream of the crop!!!!
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01/29/2007 12:11:27 AM
Way to go girl..... this is just awesome..... and look at that score.....
This is amazing as not only is it your first ribbon, but also an amazing score, that is now one of the highest on record.....
I am so very very proud of you.....
Please share with us your joy of how you captured this, and I am now adding it to my favorites.....

Message edited by author 2007-01-29 00:15:01.
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01/29/2007 12:09:31 AM
Doesn't get any better! Congratulations.
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01/29/2007 12:09:21 AM
Congrats on a wonderful image and the Blue Ribbon Nice work!
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01/29/2007 12:08:31 AM
this is a refreshing picture
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01/29/2007 12:08:27 AM
Geez. What a score. Congrats.
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01/29/2007 12:08:11 AM
Congratulations!!! Superb.
Now who gave this a one?
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01/29/2007 12:07:18 AM
Ivory, Great work! Congratulations on your blue, this shot is incredible!
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01/29/2007 12:07:15 AM
I knew that fox was trouble! Congrats on the first ribbon!
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01/29/2007 12:06:15 AM
Congratulations on a race well run. Great shot!

edit to add: This is one of the entries that I knew was serious competition.

Message edited by author 2007-01-29 00:06:59.
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01/29/2007 12:06:12 AM
OMG!!! Congrats!! Shame this wasnt in the WPL4 >.<

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01/29/2007 12:04:38 AM
Congrat on Ribbon
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01/29/2007 12:04:26 AM
Great job! One of my favs during voting and now for sure. Congrats on your blue!
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01/29/2007 12:04:15 AM
WOW AMAZING! Congrats on the ribbon and fantastic score!
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01/29/2007 12:03:18 AM
Knew this was gonna ribbon. Absolutely stunning shot. Congratulations!
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
01/28/2007 11:50:30 PM
fabulous lighting. i'm virtually speech-less, this is gorgeous!!!!
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01/28/2007 11:29:24 PM
he's so perfect that i hope he isn't stuffed....
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01/28/2007 11:24:48 PM
Great post processing, sharp as hell, excellent focus and expression. Only thing needed was more environment. 8
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01/28/2007 11:12:36 PM
Looks like the photographer won!!!!
Excellent 10+
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01/28/2007 10:04:09 PM
This is just gorgeous! Love the light and his expression.
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01/28/2007 08:35:51 PM
nice and sharpe
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01/28/2007 07:49:14 PM
great picture
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01/28/2007 07:44:21 PM
wow, what can I say... I feel that I could reach out and touch the soft fur of this fox - nice work!
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01/28/2007 06:48:53 PM
Nice colors and detail. Maybe a tighter crop would make it an even stronger shot. <<9>>
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01/28/2007 06:12:59 PM
Beautiful lighting, and very close up. Either you were at a zoo or you have one heckuva telephoto. Great capture.
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01/28/2007 11:00:31 AM
Wow, I love the eyes. You have great light and focus.
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01/28/2007 05:53:29 AM
Nice capture, great eyes.
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01/27/2007 10:08:27 PM
This is just beautiful, and my favorite shot of the challenge -- 10
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01/27/2007 10:03:39 PM
The focus on the face is outstanding. Looks like Neat Image was used to blend in around the ears as they look a little muddy. Wonderful shot though. Good luck.
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01/27/2007 07:49:35 PM
just absolutely beautiful!
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01/27/2007 07:00:52 PM
My favorite so far in this challenge. They are so elegant!
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01/27/2007 04:12:07 PM
Beautiful shot, the way the light is illuminating the fur on his face, his expression. Fantastic.
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01/27/2007 01:54:31 PM
Wow - what stunning eyes he(she) has! Lovely portrait of this animal. Love the light.
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01/27/2007 08:51:58 AM
8 - Gorgeous light in/on the eyes. Focus and clarity very good.
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01/27/2007 12:47:17 AM
Beautiful shot!
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01/27/2007 12:39:29 AM
This is by far, the best picture of this whole challenge. I don't have to vote right now, but I just really wanted to tell you how much I really like this picture!!!!
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01/26/2007 11:01:18 PM
beautiful picture, very sharp !! 8
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01/26/2007 06:41:33 PM
Something in his/her look just captures me. 10
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01/26/2007 05:48:41 PM
Fabulously sharp image and so well composed. Back to bump you up to 9.
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01/26/2007 05:16:59 PM
lovely sharp image and a nice close crop...the light is perfect
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01/26/2007 08:46:12 AM
Is this in the wild? If it is, it is the most amazing piece of wildlife photography! If not, I will be a little disappointed, but it is still a fine photograph, and one that I have thoroughly enjoyed viewing.
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01/26/2007 02:52:38 AM
This is an absolutely beautiful picture... good going.
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01/25/2007 07:36:50 PM
Beautiful lighting. !!
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01/25/2007 11:54:20 AM
You won, beautiful capture
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01/25/2007 09:36:56 AM
Absolutely stunning! A beautiful photograph...10
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01/25/2007 03:45:58 AM
an almost painting like quality. like it. clear and crisp. It does look suspiciously processed. but it's done in a classy way.
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01/24/2007 10:54:29 PM
i love the light n textures of this, is it a zoo?
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01/24/2007 09:30:45 PM
A "9" from me.....
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01/24/2007 09:12:34 PM
Great capture - sharp and engaging portrait. Nice work!
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01/24/2007 09:10:19 PM
WOW, what impact, looks better than some well groomed dogs
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01/24/2007 04:43:31 PM
Great lighting, color, and focus. This is sure to get a ribbon. Beautiful.
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01/24/2007 11:38:12 AM
Wonderful lighting! This should score well!
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01/24/2007 11:21:16 AM
Great detail on the face. Looks like a lot of noise reduction around the ears.
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01/24/2007 10:43:14 AM
WOW! Very clean, sharp and gorgeous shot!
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01/24/2007 08:49:53 AM
Lovely detail on the fur and perfect angle of light on the eyes. 10.
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01/24/2007 05:52:44 AM
Good light!
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01/24/2007 03:36:18 AM
wow. its sooo cute! great job 9
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01/23/2007 10:37:05 PM
Stunning portrait!! Wow! How did you manage to get the right lighting, expression and focus like this? It's just beautiful!
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01/23/2007 09:19:01 PM
This is #1 in my book. Excellent capture of expression with perfect lighting. If I didn't know better, this could be a studio shot. Very well done!
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01/23/2007 01:16:31 PM
Amazing photo. The detail is beautiful.
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01/23/2007 01:15:57 PM
Ohmygoodness! This takes my breath away! It looks like someone brushed hsi fur for the photo! What amazing rich tones. The crisp sharpness is beyond belief. It is flawless and perfect in every way! And only my 3rd 10 in this amazing challenge!! In fact. . .I think I'm adding this to my favorites!
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01/23/2007 10:31:10 AM
Great catch - this is one of my favorites
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01/23/2007 07:21:37 AM
All I can say is, WOW!!! This is a beautiful image. What a beautiful animal! Beautiful eyes for sure. Almost looks fake. Isn't mounted in some mountain store somewhere is it? LOL!!! Good luck with the challenge!!!
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01/23/2007 06:01:13 AM
Perfect portrait! Great lighting, great details, wonderful composition. Perfec!
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01/23/2007 03:44:38 AM
again one of the best in the challenge. a solid 8 for you
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01/23/2007 03:29:12 AM
Nice shot. The light hits just right.
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01/23/2007 01:02:26 AM
Beautiful portrait. Good detail.
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01/23/2007 12:07:54 AM
A strikingly beautiful image of a truly beautiful specimen. Well done indeed.
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01/22/2007 11:44:38 PM
Wow....what can I say? 10
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01/22/2007 10:42:45 PM
WooooooooW! Perfect!!!! 10
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01/22/2007 08:46:31 PM
INCREDIBLE! Beautiful shot. A 10 in my books and a nice addition to my favorites.
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01/22/2007 08:26:50 PM
Beautiful shot...8
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01/22/2007 08:13:29 PM
Great fox portrait - Lovely colours, excellent sharpness and wonderful catch lights. All in all a great shot - Well done. - 9
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01/22/2007 07:04:25 PM
Excellent capture of what seems to be natural light.
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01/22/2007 05:31:47 PM
the Detail and texture are excellent nice work!!!
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01/22/2007 05:27:17 PM
Beautiful portrait ... with great light and detail. I wish the eyes were a bit sharper (from the camera) as it looks like the nose got all the focussing systems attention. Still, nicely captured.
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01/22/2007 05:08:28 PM
Awesome capture and nice lighting. I just love the detail. I hope this one ribbons. Good luck!
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01/22/2007 05:03:45 PM
Poor light, blurred, indistinct subject - better luck next time.
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01/22/2007 04:44:59 PM
Sly indeed! This is absolutely beautiful! I will be shocked if this doesn't win. Good luck. 10
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01/22/2007 03:38:04 PM
Just gorgeous: what tones and colouring. I love the eyes: alert, yet confident and relaxed.9
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01/22/2007 03:21:28 PM
pretty, perhaps a little oversharpened.
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01/22/2007 03:03:57 PM
Wow, this is wonderful. 10
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01/22/2007 02:32:06 PM
Powerful and sharp....9
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01/22/2007 02:23:36 PM
Incredible lighting! Nicely captured. A solid 9 for you!
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01/22/2007 01:07:16 PM
This is absolutely stunning! I am in awe!
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01/22/2007 01:06:41 PM
Beautiful! 8
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01/22/2007 11:53:05 AM
wow! beautiful shot, I'm voting as though this was in its natural environment and not a zoo.
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01/22/2007 11:23:03 AM
very good shot, I can almost feel his fur - 9
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01/22/2007 10:57:03 AM
OMG this is gorgeous! <10>
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01/22/2007 10:38:28 AM
Awesome photo.
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01/22/2007 10:36:34 AM
This is so great! Couldn't think of a thing to suggest to improve it!
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01/22/2007 10:26:44 AM
good luck here, this is, if feel, the best of the lot!! a rare 10!
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01/22/2007 10:12:39 AM
If this is a real wild fox you should win hands down. This is perfect in all ways. Van
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01/22/2007 09:13:09 AM
Wonderful lighting!
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01/22/2007 09:04:11 AM
crisp focus, not over sharp like a lot of images nowadays on this site and vibrant colors.-10
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01/22/2007 09:00:46 AM
Beautiful shot, nice lighting, nice focus! 10
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01/22/2007 06:55:40 AM
Lovely capture. It almost looks as though you asked him to pose this way as the detail and lighting are great. Bumping up to 8
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01/22/2007 03:36:49 AM
wow now this is good! really clear and sharp! 10
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01/22/2007 03:19:43 AM
wow i love this!!! Perfect, 10, faved.. love it!
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01/22/2007 03:07:18 AM
superb!
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01/22/2007 02:11:14 AM
Beautiful - I wish I could give you a 20. I hope to see this one at the finish line.
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01/22/2007 12:53:57 AM
nice sharp focus
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01/22/2007 12:51:26 AM
EXCELLENT!! Lighting, clarity, contrast, color are all super. 10
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01/22/2007 12:12:59 AM
Oh my goodness What a glorious capture. The light on his nose and eyes. The flawless focus. Tones are splendid. Man!
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