The old man
I’m not sure what is it about this photo that keeps me going back for more.
I still don’t know.
Perhaps its the old man in focus vis-a-vis the couple in the background – the old and the young; or
the past is left behind, ie him being young and foolishly in love once and now he’s alone, walking by himself though not unhappy but alone.
Or it could mean nothing of the above; it was simply a random shot of sorts.
Sometimes I feel that it needs a little texture, to dramatize it somewhat.
Ah..nah, I think I’ll leave it as it is. It’s nice to have un-tampered shots once in a while.
Speaking of shots, I can’t believe that it has been a year now since I’ve started this hobby. Well, I’m not exactly a serious hobbyist. Just enjoying a nice shoot whenever time permits. Lets face it, photography is a rich man’s game..and I am not rich..neither am I a man (sic!). I don’t own expensive or impressive gears.
But, I am liking it. I feel that I am improving; which is a good thing. All I need to do now is to make sure I don’t lose the momentum. Else, I might end up like the old man wondering what might have been..
or NOT…
That is a really cool picture! The man looks a little sad…I wonder what he is thinking about?
I love this type of picture, it makes you think, it gives you the chance to make up your own story of what is going on. It is like a movie in the making! Great picture! Photography is an addictive hobby, keep it up!
I would go back to a shot like that over and over too…what a perfect capture of so many potential emotions!
It is a cool picture! His face can tell stories and you want to hear them!
Your hobby. Our gain. What an exceptional shot. I saw the photo and immediately thought — I can feel this man has lived a full life! And the blurred couple made him feel real to me. And he’s a cute old man too! Thanks for sharing. Kudos on the lens. You’ve got talent!
The old man is full of character and obviously has a story to tell. Slightly sad, I think.
I personally don’t like tampering with photos.
I hope no one takes a photo of me while I’m out walking.!