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