While walking around Washington Square in New York City, I spotted this squirrel coming down this tree. It was late in the day and the sun was just beginning to set. The tree was in shadow except for this small patch of light. As I approached on the sidewalk, the squirrel stops in the sunlight and just poses for me, daring me to take his image. I move closer but the squirrel doesn’t move at all, not even a twitch. So I figure the squirrel is an out of work actor and needs a shot for his portfolio and take it for him.
I’m not exactly sure why animals in NYC seem to give me these looks (see my post with the annoyed cat) but I am guessing that he was looking for nuts and found one.
Beautiful light and shadows. Then to have him pose for you too. What more could you ask!
Great light and composition Len. He does look a bit needy.
This is great man, what a cool find! I love the lighting here, awesome details too!
Well done. I see people in Madison Square Park feeding these creatures out of their hands and it always weirds me out. I’m not a big fan of rabies. Cool photo, though!
OMG I love this! How cute is this photo!!
The detail, the sharpness and the colour all make this such a great capture … oh yes, and the squirrel too!
Squirrels rule, that is all!
Awesome shot.
Lovely shot, Len. Love the comp.
Those NY squirrels probably know visitors when they see them so they’ll give a little treat.
He looks like he might have something up his sleeve. tricky little guys! Nice shot
Great post Len. What a fabulous capture. Squirrels never sit still for me.
Oh he found a nut alright, Len, he found YOU! *ba dump pump tish* OK, OK, sorry about that, it probably was a lot funnier in my head! Awesome shot here my friend. I’m with Chris, I love squirrels.
Well captured. I find shooting animals (I mean photo obviously) is very hard. You’ve done a great job here Len.