21st Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Daddy Play With Me
In the heart of Uganda's wilderness, I found myself in the captivating presence of a large silverback gorilla, a commanding figure exuding both strength and stoicism. Yet, as my lens focused on this majestic patriarch, I observed a poignant familial dynamic unfold. The mischievous energy of his playful baby tugged at the edges of the father's indifference. The little one, eager for attention and play, approached with wide-eyed curiosity, but the silverback seemed engrossed in his own contemplation. Through my camera, I captured a silent narrative of both familial detachment and the inherent complexity of the animal kingdom, where even the mighty silverback occasionally dwells in his own introspective world.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 03.2023 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2023 |
Photo Location: | Uganda |
Camera: | ILCE-7RM3 |
Copyright: | © KC Sandidge |