Natural Things that are Hairy

OMG - what have you done to me!! For this contest I wanted to concentrate more on the not-so-typical hairy things, but never managed to get past this luxuriating beauty. My heart goes out and my fingers are twitching to delve into the soft hairiness of this wonderful creature and just cuddle it, feel it and listen to the purring. For me, there couldn't be another winner - congratulations.

So simple - yet so expressive. Who would have thought that a seedpod can look so interesting! I am glad that you've entered this image, as it is clear proof again that as so often, less is more. Perfectly backlit, clear in detail and I love it that nothing distracts the eyes.

What is not to love about this image?? It is absolutely perfect for a contest about 'hairy things'. It is, of course, the lighting that 'makes' this photo, illuminating the baby orang-utang's wild 'hairstyle' to perfection. Adorable and a technical marvel.

I am so glad that you entered this beautiful image, into the contest as we don't generally associate butterflies with hairs. With this macro shot you have proven that they are hairy indeed. Very clear and visual, the distance and detail just right.

What a brilliant idea for an image about hair!! I congratulate you on the creative idea and execution of it. It can't have been easy to do. The little critter's facial expression is priceless. Thank you for entering this contest.