ISSUE 77: Behind the Photo 'Monkey with Leaves'

WHERE & WHEN WAS THIS PHOTO TAKEN?

This photograph was taken in Zimbabwe inside a national park near Victoria Falls in the Spring of 2017. 

IS THIS YOUR FAVORITE PRINT FROM THIS THAT TRIP, IF NOT, WHAT IS?

It is definitely top 3 for the wildlife. That was a long trip. We drove from southern Namibia all the way to Victoria falls. So there was a lot to take in along the way. All different types of landscapes and animals. 

WHY DID YOU PICK THIS PICTURE TO SELL?

I like the composition. It has a sophisticated feel for me. I love the way the monkey is sitting and the fact that he just surrounded by greenery. 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THIS PHOTO?

The whole thing. What's not to love? Monkeys are so rambunctious. Always bouncing from one place to the other, and yet here is one peacefully taking in a view & keeping an eye on things. 

WHAT IS YOUR PREFERRED SIZE FOR THIS PHOTO?

Any size is going to be great for this photo because the quality is spot on. However, for me, I would probably print in an 8x12 for a fun collage, or it would definitely work as more of statement piece. I personally have it in a 16x24 and it’s perfection!

WHAT KIND OF SPACE WOULD YOU PUT THIS PHOTOGRAPH IN?

I picture this in a power bath with dramatic jungle wall paper and strong frame.

DO YOU HAVE THIS PRINT IN YOUR HOME?

Yes! It is currently in my shop display/storage room over one of my Mawe chairs besides a my black metal and glass display cabinets. It’s the perfect fit.

WHAT TYPE OF FRAME WOULD YOU SUGGEST FOR THIS PRINT?

I would do a bolder frame. Maybe gold bamboo with white matte. I picture this regal little guy in a gold frame, probably because of all the vivid shades of green.