Apparently there is a “pretty gene” within the gene pool of the people of Kerala which makes the men handsome and the women beautiful. I don’t know whether this is true or not. This beautiful lady runs a shop in a beach side town in Kerala. I asked if she minded if I took her picture and she was so pleased she said “Oh, I’ll let my hair down for you,” (it was tied in a high knot) and she released a mane of thick jet black hair. I felt honoured.
During a stay in this region of India I would wake early and spend the early hours photographing the fishermen bringing in their catch (a series in itself). I hadn’t noticed these boys. They shouted to me and as soon as I turned they instantly struck this boyband pose. Another one shot wonder. The image isn’t perfect by any means but I
just love their attitude. Dudes !!
Havana, for a myriad of reasons, is a city of faded grandeur. Old Havana is full of character and shots on every corner. This gentlemen grooves to the salsa beat for the tourists. Unmistakably cutting a dash.
I like to capture people but I’m mindful not to invade their space or privacy. I don’t like the idea of being a “freak” watcher or something. People must retain their dignity. I’m also struck by the happy accidents that provide opportunity for a still life image. I’m proud to say that this shot was published in The Guardian newspaper in the UK.
Repetition always makes a great shot, too.
I don’t mean these blogs to be a photo tutorial. There are those better at it than me. I’m just happy to pass on any ideas I have. With the advent of the digital age you can take as many shots as you like – maybe we should all become better editors, though. 🙂
Juxtaposition is a good provoker of responses. This shot was taken in the Egyptian desert. I did not expect to see a Toyota truck (the camels are out of shot).
Shoot, shoot, shoot………….edit like Hell.
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Thank you. 🙂
LOVE! I particularly love the repetitive forms in “Spices” – awesome texture (and totally jealous you’ve been to Mysore) – as well as “Scooters” in Italy. I find structural compositions like these soothing for some reason.
BTW . . . I am supposed to be working on my blog, but I was so delighted by the work you posted, I had to comment 🙂
Take Care,
Melanie
Thank you so much for the good comments and support. I’m glad you like my stuff. I started this blog to try to connect with people around the world – just a neighbourly nod in cyberspace. I’ll put up the Kerala fishermen next. They were something else !
Wonderful post Alan, 🙂 Simply loved the way you captured the Image. Few pics are able to speak about the person and place itself without uttering a single word. That’s the beauty of Pictures. And I must say, You are simply super artist. Kudos to you.
Enjoy working on blog.
rajiv
http://rrajiv.wordpress.com
Thanks for your kind words, Rajiv. I’m glad you liked the pictures. Just thought I’d also say that I’m enjoying following your blog, too.
They DO look like a boy band, but their clothes are not silly and trendy enough to actually BE a boy band..
Hey, acleansurface, thanks for commenting. Maybe we should get together – tell me, do you boil your tea-towels ? 🙂
My favorite is also the shot you got of the spices. It’s beautiful, such rich colors, it just draws my eye. Excellent work! Thank you for sharing them.
Denise
bestparent.wordpress.com
Thank you for your feedback, dscotti, much appreciated. Glad you like the shots.
Sorry, Denise, my apologies, I should have used your name properly but I didn’t scroll enough. 🙂
LOVE the pic of the scooters! I had my eye on a bright red scooter for my 40th bday but alas it was not to be…got a cancer diagnosis instead. maybe next year. Thanks for reminding me in such a stunningly fetching way how much I still want a red scooter of my very own!
I’m sorry to hear that Nancy. I certainly hope you get better soon. Go get the scooter – after all, it’ll make you feel great.
These photos are so beautiful that I feel the seed of inspiration beginning to grow… I’ll definitely be back when I have more time, to see what kind of story they are inspiring me to write!
Thanks Re (sorry, haven’t worked out how to accents on this). I’m glad you find my work inspiring. I aim for there to be more in years to come.
Thanks Re (sorry, haven’t worked out how to accents on this). I’m glad you find my work inspiring. I aim for there to be more in years to come.
Beautiful work! 🙂
Thank you, Mama Dalton.