I have many dreams, mostly ones one can hardly convey in spoken language. IÂ want nature and peace around me, yet IÂ do not want to relinquish digital photography. IÂ have a Nikon D200 with a very basic lens. I had a Canon 30D too, but what a disappointment. BIO I am 55, an IT consultant and tried my hand at diamond digging, computer programming, being a network & computer technician, web designer, amateur photographer, etc. I am a man of the bush and appreciate simple things. IÂ do photography assignments from time to time. I am privileged to live where IÂ do, (map), a rural area in South Africa where I can hear the lions roar just 12 miles (20km) from where I live. I love this site and the artists uploading their work and I don't think any other site offers this varied depth in artistic skills. Piet
Comments (30)
anastasis20
Wow, thats an impressive point of view. You should take photos of these fellows more often. Whats with the recent trend of providing a mini education with animal photos? Mind you, I know what you mean about the size of these creatures - photos just don't do them justice, unless you can get someone to go stand next to him ;)
TwoPynts
Awsome shot. Thanks for the info, a great read to go with a great photo. My, what big teeth he has...and a great job! ;^P
odie
Now HERE is a photo with tons of "sound"! YIKES!! I love it! It kinda reminds me of one of my relatives in the morning, though... heh heh. There was a fence here, right? Keep up the great work! :0)
rainbows
Awesome creature and capture, Piet. Thank you for the info, very informative. Think I would be doing a "runner" if standing by your side whilst you took this shot :-) Have a wonderful day. Hugs.
sharky_
Such an outstanding capture. Hope their genes continue. Excellent shot. Aloha
Mondwin
Complian's!!!!!!!Splendid capture!!!Bravissimo!:DDD.Hugsxx
Valerie-Ducom
wwwwwwwwwowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww, excellent capture ,my dear, a very good pleasure for my eyes and this photo... Good day and kiss (Africa Forever)
nathalie06
Oh oh.... that's what I call a smile !!!!! Great shot Piet, and so impressive too ! This male is a wonder, and your shot too. But please... if you don't know him.... stay far from him, OK ? lol ! That remind me my childhood in Africa. When I was a little girl, I was so shure I've worked to take care from the animals in Africa.... and save all of them ! Thank you for this fantastic photograph my friend. Hugs
lior
Outstanding!
kimariehere
WOW!! WHAT A CAPTURE!!! AWESOME !! look at that big mouth lol!!.. wonderful!
Petra-S
Super Cat and brilliant light and shadow!
Richardphotos
you have more nerve than. I love to see them but prefer a fence between them and my vantage point. excellent capture of this huge fellow
claudialee
Fantastic photo. This is a beautiful champion and what a blessing to see the power and strength he shows. The information along with it is awesome. I am looking forward to the time promissed when all will be free and there will be no ruin in all of God's Holy Mountain. People as well as the animals. BIG HUGS!!
morghana
Impressive lion and, fantastic photography. Really, he is spectacular! Bravo!!!*****
girsempa
Wow! Just imagine your whole head can fit between those fangs... That would surely stop you from getting too blas;o))) Dank je wel, grote vriend Piet ;-)
VelvetMoxie
What an impressive animal, Piet! I never knew there were lions with black manes--looking at this it's easy to see why they are the Kings of the jungle! Even with his battle scars he's a beautiful and regal animal! I so love the way you tell us about these beautiful animals you photograph since most of us will never have the experience of seeing one in real life--the reading's as much fun as the picture. Keep up the wonderful work!
jocko500
wow that a cool looking cat. hope they come back
PeeWee05
Awesoem shot! At 19mm! Damn you were close!!! Lovely timing and fantastic exposure. I agree - I love Zebra's and Rhinos and Buck but you do get blase having them on your door step.
jinet
Nice ! Big teeth isn't it ?
jerishoots
I havent seen this kind of lion. thanks for all the info & shraring this photograph to us. cheers!
Zeldie
Sjooooeeeeyyyy!!! Kokkenotch net daai tande! Hy's pragtig ne? Ja, ek dink so! Sal lekker warm teen hom kan lallies in hierdie koue winternagte!
Buffalo1
He sure looks like the "King o' the Beasts" in this picture. Wonderful capture, Piet!
pm_hackworth
Amazing!!!! Five stars!
urbanarmitage
Fantastic shot oom Piet! Very well timed and great composition. Thanks for the info on this guy too. Makes for interesting reading. Well done!
squirrel2005
WOW! Such a great capture!!!!!! I'm happy I'm on this side of the screen:))
miladyblu
CIAO!!!WOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!SUPERB capture!!!That smiled sharpened!!This incredible and amazing shot is a fantastic and unique masterpiece my dearest friend Piet!! I love really all of this wonderful and excellent image!!Great light, very beautiful pose of the lion and splendid colors!!My sincere compliments for your big skill!!Thank you for sharing!!I wish you a happy sunday and a wonderful new week!!A big kiss and a big hug!!
Margana
Now there's a capture.Fabulous one,Piet.I can't believe anyone could be blase' about such magnificent creatures...but hey,ya never know.Anyway,I'm glad you decided to share these with us.They are all wonderful and a treat to see.-M :^) PS-What is 'Afrikaans'?I've always wondered about that.
Digimon
Stupendous!!! I love lions!! (See my animation "The King") Certainly fitting of his royal title!!! You obviously have a good zoom lens!! Superb!!
kierab
LOL, funny shot, it looks like he's saying - "Hey, you, I said no pictures!!!" :-)
emmecielle
Fantastic shot!!! :)