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He’s so cute Chris.

beautiful capture Chris

Beautiful photo Chris ,Years ago we were in the Smoky mountains and we hoped to see a bear but we didnt :).

Awww i love this one Christopher, this for me is nature at it’s best….not stuck in a zoo (although i do understand the necessity of them) but in natural surroundings where they fare best!!

Great shot Chris!!!

You know I love this man.

A bear jam, rofl! We had Squirrelgate here this morning – so there! ;o) Lovely capture Chris and you’re right, its the bears home and they shouldn’t let the humans inconvenience them.

A Louisiana black bear crossed the highway we were traveling on recently, but there was no time for a shot. I’d give my two front teeth for a chance at photographing a beauty like this one, Chris. You did a great job and don’t beat yourself up for adjusting the lighting a bit. Way back when in darkroom days, photographers adjusted things to make their shots better; PS editing is the modern day equivalent. No worries! It does not diminish the photo’s value or appeal! Good work!

WOW!!! Brilliant!!!

Beautiful animal! Great capture Chris.

We Have several that live in and around our neighborhood without incident, we don’t leave dog food out where they can get it and they occasionally raid the dumpster behind Pizza Hut. I haven’t met anyone who objects to their being here, we live next door to a wildlife preserve that’s only accessible by water. Animals have made much accomodation to living near humans than humans have for animals. We just love it here.

Fabulous shot Christopher – and just perfect as is! I agree with Bonnie – a little editing increases the appeal here rather than the other way around! I do hope people leave these incredible creatures alone so she isn’t punished for our stupidity! It is, as you said, their home!

Oh Christopher! I’m green with envy over this shot! This is my dream shot although I would never get out of the car to look at any bear…........So fortunate for you and so well done my Friend…........I hope Mama will now hide deep into the woods out of harm’s way! xo

absolutely glorious capture, wondrous Bear, and of course she will go after humans of she thinks her babies threatened, some people have no sense. Hugs

Wonderful capture Chris; love that you were able to get that close….........awesome!

Fantastic sweet shot,,,, WTG!!!!!

great capture Chris, I have yet to be able to get a shot of a black bear, thanks for sharing!

Great shot and good warning.

lovely shot and yes its us who are the visitors, should we not alway be on are best behavour in their homes and also make sure they are ok,d awn

First of all Chris don’t be sick about having to lighten this in order to share it, cause if you didn’t, we wouldn’t have seen it, and that would be a loss!

The story you tell of the bear and being tagged is SO sad! I totally agree that people are invading their home and the bear should not be punished for protecting what is theirs! I pray no one does anything stupid to provoke her and that she is able to live in peace!

This is an incredible shot Chris, something I would have never seen if not for you and your wonderful talent with a camera! :)

Great capture …do not be sick Chris…lol…what is the problem if you have to adjust the light??...it is all good…hugs

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great shot

Cool behavior shot!

nice find and capture

It’s always awesome to have the opportunity to view these animals in the wild. Just be sure not to interfere and always watch from a distance. Great Job as always Chris!

wonderful capture my friend – but do take care…
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Oh man I wish I was there with you!!! You do know where to find the bear. I love this shot! Shes a beauty!!

thanks so much everyone!! wow, upload this, go to work and come back to all the wonderful comments. it was a treat being so close to her, just wish all the other people hadnt been around! lol

Great shot

Excellent shot chris!

FANTASTIC SHOT!!!!!! You are correct Christopher, I have often said we need to shot the tourist who upset the bear and not the other way around. By the way, I think I am going to start following you around Cades Cove. LOL I have never gotten a shot of the bears there, seems I am always in the back of the bear jam. LOL

Bear jam….Love it….Just pays to keep the camera close. Great shot!

Superb capture,he’s so cute.

Awesome shot Chris, good catch!

Great shot Chris, brings back memories of the bears I saw in the Rockies some years ago. Hope she stays safe.

what a wonderful capture !!!

this is a great shot Chris. I think the humans should be tagged that cause a bear to be tagged

Great shot again Chris! I know you don’t like to mess with your photos, but I am glad you lightened it up, so we could all see the bear!!!! Take care, Linda

Beautiful. Sights like this almost make me want to pack my bags and head to the US of A.

Great capture Christopher.

Chris, a wonderful capture, love your bear shots…:O) even u can benefit from an edit every now andthen…but i so respect your natural take and the expertise it takesto accomplish those shots!

This shot is so amazing and unbelievable to me, living in the middle of a city at the other side of the world. That’s one of the great things about this site, that we can interact with people all over the world who experience different things in their lives. Thanks for stopping to get this shot, and for explaining about the tagging. Humans have a lot to answer for.

I can’t imagine the thrill of capturing such a wonderful shot like this… You must have been elated and grinnin! Wonderful!!! =O)

wow…fantastic shot!!!!!! better keep your bear away from my deer!! =0)

Outstanding shot, Chris!! Love your work!

EXCELLENT SHOT!!

outstanding shot, what a opportunity to view these animals in the wild.

Oh my gosh Christopher this is way to sweet!! I’ve lived in North Idaho for more than 10 years now and the only time I’ve seen a bear was driving through the backwoods of Montana…but the bear and cubs were probably a 100 yards away, LOL…and I live in grizzly bear country, haha!! Anyhoo…fantastic capture!

fantastic shot !! a bear and her cubs can be a dangerous encounter

I soooooo totally agree with you about humans and their irresposible actions. Thank you for speaking out! Great shot and message Christopher!!!

Just incredible!!!! amazing capture!!

BEEN AROUND THE SMOKIES A LONG TIME,NEVER GOT A GOOD BEAR SHOT….EVER. I ENVY YOU.

Another awesome shot Chris. Dave

fabulous!

Wonderful Christopher and you’re right …Humans need to respect their (the bears) home.

This is the shot you have to help me catch Chris lol, thanks for all you help while I was in TN. Dave

Wow fantastic capture!!! Great close up and detail!

Wonderful shot of this bear. I agree with you, it is their home.

Just awesome!

What a gorgeous cub!!

Send this guy to my house, please! But only if he has references. . . lol another lovely photo.
And who needs Photoshop when they take photos like yours?

This is a great picture, and I know exactly what you mean about a bear jam in the cove. I still don’t understand why people can’t get their picture and move on.

I have seen a lot of Bears too in the Smokies and getting a great shot is really hard. And getting one without having to photoshop it at least a little is even harder! But I have a better camera now so I am anxiously awaiting their springtime return!