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Zen Foxes: Photographer Documents Wild Foxes Enjoying Themselves
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Zen Foxes: Photographer Documents Wild Foxes Enjoying Themselves

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These photos by Roeselien Raimond, a Dutch nature photographer who specializes in taking beautiful photos of wild foxes, show how foxes are experts at enjoying the little things in life.

“I love them best when they’re totally at ease: free from pain, fear, cold, hunger or any other discomfort,” she told Bored Panda in an interview. “Of course they have their duties calling as well. But once that rabbit is consumed, the territory defined and taken care of important things like procreation and upbringing, it’s time to relax.”

“There’s a contradiction going on when it comes to capturing Zen Foxes: the harder you try, the more you’ll move away from your goal. If you are too eager, an animal will sense that eagerness and will remain alert,” Raimond said. “I learned to do as foxes do, just being there and see what might happen. And in the mean time, I just enjoy smelling some fresh air and feeling the sun on my skin.”

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“The most beautiful animals are happy animals, ” Roeselien told Bored Panda

“I love them best when they’re totally at ease: free from pain, fear, cold, hunger or any other discomfort”

“Foxes master this comfortable state of being like no other”

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“Of course they have their duties calling as well. But once that rabbit is consumed, the territory defined and taken care of important things like procreation and upbringing, it’s time to relax”

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“Foxes can be fully ‘in the moment’, as if they invented mindfulness themselves. No need for yoga classes or meditation courses, since relaxing is their second nature”

“They smell the fresh air, feel the warmth of the sun on their fur, close their eyes and then it’s a matter of just being there. Simple as that”

“There’s a contradiction going on when it comes to capturing Zen Foxes: the harder you try, the more you’ll move away from your goal”

“If you are too eager, an animal will sense that eagerness and will remain alert. They know you want something from them, which makes you a potential danger”

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“But if you manage to take things as they come, by just enjoying the beautiful nature around you, who know what might happen”

“And if nothing happens? Well at least you had a good day”

“I learned to do as foxes do…”

“…just being there and see what might happen”

“And in the mean time, I just enjoy smelling some fresh air and feeling the sun on my skin”

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Thank you, Roeselien Raimond, for talking to Bored Panda about your wonderful work!

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RJazz909 avatar
RJazz909
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awwhhh...it looks like they're smiling...so...Happy fox is happy!!! :3 :D

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get in
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish we really knew what animals are thinking. Scientists that have studied animals have their theories but I don't believe we will EVER really know, and maybe that is a good thing.

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Jennifer Wilson
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Red foxes are my favorite. These shots are amazing. “The most beautiful animals are happy animals ” and their happiness is contagious.

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Wulfur
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

NOTE: JOKE: How are you gonna see what might happen with your eye closed

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the pharaoh
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I'd seen article this last year. Or, really, any time before now. Bass Queen has been trapped. Respect. and...f.m.l. -the pharaoh

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WinstonShaw
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great shots of one of my favorite animals! Most folks probably don't fully appreciate how difficult it is to make images of this of this wily highly intelligent animal...I do because I've attempted it myself as a wildlife photographer...and it ain't easy!

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SallyHudd
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful talent to have. The foxes are beautiful and a joy to see.

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JoleneArendse
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG how sweet is that!! SoSo precious!!!!!Thank-you for sharing!! :-)

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Sonia.Alexandra
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Foxes, actually, master this 'zen-kind-of-attitude'. They look so serene :3 Love the photos :D

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LucindaRiva
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful pix....great piece!! My Papillon looks just like these foxes!

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AudreyFerragamo
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love Foxes. I have one in my Back back yard. This last spring it had three Kits, so cute. Them it hid all summer. But it's still out there,or at least one of them are. Love them,it was a gray rust color.

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EmmaPeel
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

foxy loxy! how beautiful! wouldn't it be terrific if all the idiots attempting to destroy our world with mayhem would take up a past-time like art or music?

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Cookie101
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pictures, reminds us don't take life to seriously, none of get out alive. Live in and enjoy the moment.

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TriciaBaughman
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is proof that the e old saying that patience is it's own reward is true! Beautiful photography. Thank you.

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DianaHockley
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fantastic photos, thank you for sharing :) Beautiful animals!

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VickiFrench
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This truly is being in the moment. Lovely animal; great photographs!

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TinadeRonde
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are beautiful! Were these photos taken in the Netherlands also?

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GabriellaHusz
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are beautiful and wise . Or : wise and beautiful . Good lesson : just be there . Thank you , Roeselien , and thank the foxes !

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DebMartinKnaff
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First time I have ever said that I have learned mindfulness from a zen fox, but I did!!!!

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SueHolpin
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...We're really no different. What do we enjoy doing when 'on holiday'? Being still, smelling the air, feeling the wind in our hair, the sun on our bodies...closing our eyes and just 'being'. Animals know this one very well. Cats, dogs, horses, apes, wolves, foxes, elephants.....pretty much all animals, certainly mammals, domestic and wild. These are beautiful, warm, loving, sensitive photos. Interesting, isn't it, that in order to take these photos, the photographer had to assume the same sense of being? More of this in the world. More, please. Thank you.

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Giulia
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was already sleepy, now I just want to roll on my back and take a nap (my idea of zen)! Beautiful pics!

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TofatooMa
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am I the only one seeing Uzumaki Naruto in those fox photos !?

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ThomasNorris
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

a Fox is such a neat little creature; had one living in our backyard for about two weeks. It was out everyday searching playing the would sleep under the edge if the deck.

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KennethMason
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, are they all blind?? Nice pictures, but I would like to see their eyes tell a story.

RJazz909 avatar
RJazz909
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awwhhh...it looks like they're smiling...so...Happy fox is happy!!! :3 :D

getin avatar
get in
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish we really knew what animals are thinking. Scientists that have studied animals have their theories but I don't believe we will EVER really know, and maybe that is a good thing.

jwilson301 avatar
Jennifer Wilson
Community Member
1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Red foxes are my favorite. These shots are amazing. “The most beautiful animals are happy animals ” and their happiness is contagious.

djangostewart avatar
Wulfur
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

NOTE: JOKE: How are you gonna see what might happen with your eye closed

pot_odds_72 avatar
the pharaoh
Community Member
7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish I'd seen article this last year. Or, really, any time before now. Bass Queen has been trapped. Respect. and...f.m.l. -the pharaoh

seavent avatar
WinstonShaw
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great shots of one of my favorite animals! Most folks probably don't fully appreciate how difficult it is to make images of this of this wily highly intelligent animal...I do because I've attempted it myself as a wildlife photographer...and it ain't easy!

sally_hudd avatar
SallyHudd
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a wonderful talent to have. The foxes are beautiful and a joy to see.

jolenearendse avatar
JoleneArendse
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

OMG how sweet is that!! SoSo precious!!!!!Thank-you for sharing!! :-)

Sonia.Allie avatar
Sonia.Alexandra
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Foxes, actually, master this 'zen-kind-of-attitude'. They look so serene :3 Love the photos :D

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LucindaRiva
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wonderful pix....great piece!! My Papillon looks just like these foxes!

audrey_ferragamo avatar
AudreyFerragamo
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love Foxes. I have one in my Back back yard. This last spring it had three Kits, so cute. Them it hid all summer. But it's still out there,or at least one of them are. Love them,it was a gray rust color.

emmapeel avatar
EmmaPeel
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

foxy loxy! how beautiful! wouldn't it be terrific if all the idiots attempting to destroy our world with mayhem would take up a past-time like art or music?

Cookie101 avatar
Cookie101
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful pictures, reminds us don't take life to seriously, none of get out alive. Live in and enjoy the moment.

tlbrc36 avatar
TriciaBaughman
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is proof that the e old saying that patience is it's own reward is true! Beautiful photography. Thank you.

dianahockley avatar
DianaHockley
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fantastic photos, thank you for sharing :) Beautiful animals!

vicki_french avatar
VickiFrench
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This truly is being in the moment. Lovely animal; great photographs!

TinadeRonde avatar
TinadeRonde
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These are beautiful! Were these photos taken in the Netherlands also?

Gabriella_Husz avatar
GabriellaHusz
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are beautiful and wise . Or : wise and beautiful . Good lesson : just be there . Thank you , Roeselien , and thank the foxes !

54de4ce69cc05 avatar
DebMartinKnaff
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

First time I have ever said that I have learned mindfulness from a zen fox, but I did!!!!

sue_holpin avatar
SueHolpin
Community Member
8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

...We're really no different. What do we enjoy doing when 'on holiday'? Being still, smelling the air, feeling the wind in our hair, the sun on our bodies...closing our eyes and just 'being'. Animals know this one very well. Cats, dogs, horses, apes, wolves, foxes, elephants.....pretty much all animals, certainly mammals, domestic and wild. These are beautiful, warm, loving, sensitive photos. Interesting, isn't it, that in order to take these photos, the photographer had to assume the same sense of being? More of this in the world. More, please. Thank you.

giuliabia avatar
Giulia
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was already sleepy, now I just want to roll on my back and take a nap (my idea of zen)! Beautiful pics!

sleepy_m avatar
TofatooMa
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Am I the only one seeing Uzumaki Naruto in those fox photos !?

Thomas_Norris avatar
ThomasNorris
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

a Fox is such a neat little creature; had one living in our backyard for about two weeks. It was out everyday searching playing the would sleep under the edge if the deck.

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KennethMason
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8 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, are they all blind?? Nice pictures, but I would like to see their eyes tell a story.

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