Harmony and filled with a calm, flowing fur whorls not unlike our wrinkles and folds.
Such a nice take on this picture– thanks for commenting
Beautiful soft textures and fine detail
…so much character.
Thanks Matt
Wow. Part of me wants to say this is a departure for you and part of me says, “No, John does everything and who knows what will be next?” You’ve chosen such an unusual, intimate way to be with (I say that instead of “look at”) an animal here. Leaving the eye in shadow, the shadows across that dense fur, the unexpected composition – it all makes for a fascinating photograph. He looks soft but powerful.
Have you been to Landcraft Garden on the North Shore? I was just looking at their website – it looks very interesting. We’re going to be in NY for a few weeks in mid-October, based in Syosset so we can visit with Joe’s relatives and some of mine as well. We’ll be busy but there will probably be a few free days. I was looking for someplace different. Also looking at Caumsett, Eaton’s Neck, etc – places closer to where we’re staying. You probably know all these places and many more.
The eye in shadow had significance to me, although I wouldn’t have been able to put it in words as beautifully as you.
I went to high school in Northport near Eaton’s Neck. Caumsett and Target Rock are well worth the visit.
That’s good to know about Caumsett, etc. Your old stomping ground. 🙂 If there’s any chance you might want to meet up around there, let me know. Or at Landcraft – I said the North Shore but it’s the North Fork, near Mattituck. It would be great to see you again.
When I first met M she was teaching environmental education at Caumsett. Sorry to say we’ve neglected returning to see the place in over 30 years. 🤔
Not quite sure yet where we will be (LI or up north).
I’ll email you –
The dark stare protruding from the calm face-map.of the wild.
Thanks, that’s a lot to think about Geoff. Happy you commented.
Very powerful composition, John. It is unusual that fur structure overpowers the eyes’ attraction to the viewers’ attention. I love the fine tones of greys here, the delicate curving of lines, and the plastic impression of depth.
Wonderful comment. I had a complex reaction to this picture and between you, Geoff and Lynn I’ve gained some clarity
Thank you, John, this is more than one could expect from posting a comment.
JOHN TODARO
Beautiful shot, John.
Much appreciated, Ken. Thanks
Harmony and filled with a calm, flowing fur whorls not unlike our wrinkles and folds.
Such a nice take on this picture– thanks for commenting
Beautiful soft textures and fine detail
…so much character.
Thanks Matt
Wow. Part of me wants to say this is a departure for you and part of me says, “No, John does everything and who knows what will be next?” You’ve chosen such an unusual, intimate way to be with (I say that instead of “look at”) an animal here. Leaving the eye in shadow, the shadows across that dense fur, the unexpected composition – it all makes for a fascinating photograph. He looks soft but powerful.
Have you been to Landcraft Garden on the North Shore? I was just looking at their website – it looks very interesting. We’re going to be in NY for a few weeks in mid-October, based in Syosset so we can visit with Joe’s relatives and some of mine as well. We’ll be busy but there will probably be a few free days. I was looking for someplace different. Also looking at Caumsett, Eaton’s Neck, etc – places closer to where we’re staying. You probably know all these places and many more.
The eye in shadow had significance to me, although I wouldn’t have been able to put it in words as beautifully as you.
I went to high school in Northport near Eaton’s Neck. Caumsett and Target Rock are well worth the visit.
That’s good to know about Caumsett, etc. Your old stomping ground. 🙂 If there’s any chance you might want to meet up around there, let me know. Or at Landcraft – I said the North Shore but it’s the North Fork, near Mattituck. It would be great to see you again.
When I first met M she was teaching environmental education at Caumsett. Sorry to say we’ve neglected returning to see the place in over 30 years. 🤔
Not quite sure yet where we will be (LI or up north).
I’ll email you –
The dark stare protruding from the calm face-map.of the wild.
Thanks, that’s a lot to think about Geoff. Happy you commented.
Very powerful composition, John. It is unusual that fur structure overpowers the eyes’ attraction to the viewers’ attention. I love the fine tones of greys here, the delicate curving of lines, and the plastic impression of depth.
Wonderful comment. I had a complex reaction to this picture and between you, Geoff and Lynn I’ve gained some clarity
Thank you, John, this is more than one could expect from posting a comment.