A Pensive portrait of a mountain lion also known as Cougar, Catamount, Painter,Panther(in Florida),and puma . They are sometimes refer to as Ghost cat due to their elusive nature. For every print that is sold/bought a portion of the proceeds will go to THE COUGAR FUND. www.cougarfund.org The mission of The Cougar Fund is to protect the cougar throughout the Americas. The Cougar Fund educates the public on the value of cougars in nature and promotes the gathering and application of sound science in their management. By advocating thriving populations of cougars, The Cougar Fund ensures that these beautiful, legendary creatures known for their grace, independence and incorruptibly wild nature may exist in ways that enjoy long-lasting public support. Thank You
29 Comments
John Enright 18 Oct 2010
this is a very beautiful shot of an elusive cougar. great job gary.Charlotte Ottilo 18 Aug 2008
"Looks so real".. Uh for some reason I don't think its a stuffed animal.. lol Gorgeous work and wonderful cause for those Cougars IN THE WILD!Karie Goffic 26 Mar 2007
amazing capture, he's so beautiful!Susan Rodio 07 Oct 2006
What an amazing shot of a beautiful creature, this photo definately captures the elusive qualities that you mention. It does look pensive too. Amazing.george query 10 Jun 2006
Beautiful!Lynn De Serres 17 May 2006
Truly a classical photograph.Chris Williams 14 May 2006
great texture light and angleLes Jobes 11 May 2006
Fantastic closeup shot of this beautiful big cat.. We are the caretakers of this earth.. it's up to all of us what happens.. Excellent writeup Gary and photograph :o)Anne Vis 10 May 2006
Beautiful portrait, Gary!eileen martin 10 May 2006
amazing shot:)Terry Hawthorne 09 May 2006
Wonderful image, Gary ...and a very worthwhile cause! Have you ever read "The Beast in the Garden"?bianca thomas 09 May 2006
It looks so real Gary....vey well captured...Joseph Moran 09 May 2006
I love it, and thanks for supporting wildlife with your commitment!Christine brand 09 May 2006
So Elegant... so sad...the way all the beauty of nature is dieing away day by day...from selfishnesss, greed and ignorance...this is a GREAT phto...I can not describe it's beauty...makes me cry and my heart ache..I can feel that you sense it too...Way over the top, Gary. Very profound and moving...not just a phto but a work of love...I pray for all our world and us. Sincerely CBSara Deutsch 09 May 2006
Your title is perfect...what a magnificant portrait...epsylon lyrae 09 May 2006
Looks a very quiet and peacefull creature, also got a beautifull color! A beautifull picture :DReba McDonald 09 May 2006
A great capture Gary.thea walstra 09 May 2006
A marvellous photograph GaryTimothy Hughes 09 May 2006
Fantastic capture!"Pat Abbott 09 May 2006
Beautiful shot, Gary. Nice texture and details captured.Joke Schotting 09 May 2006
Super!!!!!!!!!!corry stuart 09 May 2006
whow excellent wildlife photo Garyjoan warburton 09 May 2006
Another stunning composition! You captured the soft contrasts perfectly!Vera Harned 09 May 2006
Just beautiful!Loredana 09 May 2006
This is gorgeous Gary Beautiful photography :)Emily Reed 09 May 2006
Such a sweet and beautiful puma!Silje Zuno Vågshaug 09 May 2006
This pic looks beautiful =) So clear and in focus. Looks like a big thinker ;)Nelly van Nieuwenhuijzen 09 May 2006
this is BEAUTY, ROYAL BEAUTY!!!!!! this photo is superb!!!!!!!!Cynthia Adams 09 May 2006
Gorgeous photography..excellent shot with clear details.Well done.