“If I could talk to the animals, just imagine it… ” ~ Leslie Bricusse, Doctor Doolittle
Just Thinkin’, Kangaroo Island
G’Day, Kangaroo Island
Hey, Big Fellow, Coffs Harbor
“Some people talk to animals. Not many listen though. That’s the problem.” ~A.A. Milne, Winnie-the-Pooh
Good Morning to You, Mr. Cockatoo, Botanic Garden
Can You See Me? Port MacQuarie
Ibis in Morning, Botanic Garden
“You can judge a person’s true character by the way he treats his fellow animals.”~ Paul McCartney
Regal Perch, Sydney
Dreaming of Eucalyptus, Port MacQuarie
Portrait, Black Cockatoo, Blue Mountains
“There’s nothing funnier than the human animal.” ~ Walt Disney
46º and Too Hot To Hop, Kangaroo Island
Shall We? The Gold Coast
Portrait images edited with Nik Software: Viveza 2, Silver Efex Pro 2 and Analog Efex Pro.
For full resolution images of fauna, please click here.
Jane Lurie Photography 
I could look at nature photography all day, especially shots of cute little (and big) creatures. These are adorable!
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Thank you very much, Elisa. I agree… these personalities were captivating to me. I’m so glad you like them.
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Nice work:)
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Thank you very much, albinsson. Glad you enjoyed this one.
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What a terrific series. So many amazing personalities!
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Thank you, Karen. Such fun.
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Lovely photos! My favorite is Dreaming of Eucalyptus!
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Thanks so much, catlover. I’m pretty sure that’s what was on her mind 😉
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Wonderful animals we don’t get to see often…Great quotes too.
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Thanks very much, Sherry. Appreciate it.
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G’day my fav. Precious!! Hope you are having a G’day too while we are chillin’ here lol.
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Thanks, Diane. All is well down under. Sorry to see that you are iced in…
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Fantastic images Jane. I especially love the Koala. I think he needs a hug.
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Thanks, Edith. It was fun to be close to these amazing creatures. Glad you enjoyed them.
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what beautiful shots…love ‘just thinkin’….what a great trip!!
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Such great subjects & photos! As always your comments are inspiring & spot on!!
Thanks for sending! Anne M.
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Thanks very much, Anne. Great compliment coming from the consummate nature lover.
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Looks likes you’ve been busy. I love the cute koalas but that last shot with the seagulls is very interesting.
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Thank you, Milka. Glad you enjoyed.
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I’m afraid I too am a sucker for the Koalas Jane – good series! See you soon; safe travels!
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Thanks, T. They are irresistible. See you soon.
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The koala is wonderful. Another great set, Jane. I love to see your work.
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Hi Patricia, Those koalas are nice looking animals, aren’t they? Thanks for your kind comments, as always.
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Outstanding series Jane!
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Thank you very much, Phil!
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Wonderful pictures. What a patient and talented one you are to be able to catch these shots. Brought back great memories.
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Thank you, Cecily. Patience and a quick finger on the shutter. I’m so glad we had a Sydney reunion!
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Awesome pics (as always).. Love the Toos, I have a Triton and a Rose Crested (Galah) and they are incredible animals with personalities and intellegence to match thier beauty!!
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Hi Dave, Thank you! That’s neat that you have such beautiful birds. They seem very intelligent (and noisy) when they swoop and squawk at me on my morning run. I appreciate your kind comment.
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Great shots…. again!
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Thank you very much, Dominique. Glad you liked this set.
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Love your critters. The black cockatoo was cool. Looks like you’ve had an amazing time. Yay!
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Thanks, Leslee. You’re a nature girl– glad you enjoyed these portraits. The black cockatoo was astounding. Big bird.
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Favourites – the seagulls and the second koala bear, but all interesting shots, Jane. And 46 degrees – forget it, I couldn’t cope. 😉
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Hi Lynne- Thank you so much. That little Joey was so adorable and I was lucky to get “eyes open” since they sleep 20 hours a day. The seagulls were just begging for a storyline. I had never experienced heat that intense (114.6F) except once on Phoenix. Hard to do much! Appreciate your kind comments, as always.
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I hit 115 F when in Nice – spent it sitting under a tree and in a mall 😉 ‘Touristing’ in the heat is not particularly fun. Give me the fall any time.
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Portrait Black Cockatoo is great. It is so totally Victorian that it seems to have come directly from the British Museum of Natural History. That English heritage must be hard to ditch Down Under. The koala made me laugh out loud, then be envious of such uninterrupted sleep–thank you Ngaio.
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Hi Leah, That’s a great description of Black Cockatoo, thank you so much. I was going for that vintage film look in post-processing. The koala just called out for a black and white fashion shoot feel. Glad you enjoyed. Thanks, friend!
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I think I’m having deja vu. Why are your pictures so much better than mine??? And they are wonderful! Love it! Home soon, right?
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Hi Ralla, Ha, you’re funny, thank you. Happy to share any you’d like. Yes, home soon…
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They are all posing for you! I’ve never seen a black cockatoo! Not even in pictures. Stunning photos! And when are you coming home????
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Hi Jeannie– I really got them to work the camera 🙂 I was thrilled to see that black cockatoo. They are very large birds and have an unusual call. Glad you enjoyed- thank you. Be home soon!
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Beautiful. So much to see……..and everywhere! People, nature, signage, buildings….etc. Wow! What a trip! And you have taken us along. I just love it. Suzie
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Thank you, Suzie. Happy you have enjoyed a peek through my lens in Oz. Appreciate it!
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Ibis in the morning…funny.
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Ha! I’m lucky to have such a clever friend to point out when I am clever and didn’t know it. I realize now why the caption a had good ring to it. Thank you, Sharon!
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Well done, Jane. Wonderful close-ups and beautiful backgrounds,
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Thanks, Jane. These were such fun to capture…with my camera, of course 🙂 Glad you enjoyed them.
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Lovely collection of images…the Koala pictures are quite cute! (Suzanne)
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Hello Suzanne, Thank you very much. I’m so glad you like these faces-they are very cute. The Joey’s very large mother, however, was sleeping right near by and I was very careful not to get too close. Honestly is was so hot, nobody was moving much!
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