Yesterday, I caught Foxie, Annie, and Negra each in the portrait studio (front room 4). For those who may not know, front room 4 always has exquisite lighting for taking portraits. However, the true test is if the chimps will sit there long enough for you to run and grab the camera before they leave! Luckily, all the girls stuck around long enough to snag a few pictures.
I love being able to capture portraits of the chimps because it’s a snapshot of their personality.
Foxie can be sweet, silly, and serious all in one sitting:
Negra’s series captured her excitment of chow:
And often in Annie’s photos it captures her shy but curious side:
It’s moments like these that remind me how lucky we are to witness the beauty and individuality of these chimps. I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to share these moments with all of you.
