New York: Lower East Side
Inspiration: When I was wondering around the LES not too long ago, this gentleman asked me what I was doing. I guess I stood out with my camera hanging around my neck. I told him I was just taking pictures of people and things I found interesting. Then he said: "You can take a picture of me . . . if you find me interesting . . . and if you don't charge me." How could I resist that invitation. Especially after looking into his eyes.
So New York! I love it.
Posted by: Catherine at Littlehouse of Style | August 28, 2010 at 10:28 AM
i love this shot. this person seems curious and wise and you managed perfectly to capture it. At least those were my first impressions the moment I saw this photograph. Absolutely great!
Posted by: merilin | August 28, 2010 at 10:29 AM
i feel like i know this man through your photo! great shot!
Posted by: audrey | August 28, 2010 at 11:29 AM
How refreshing to have someone who actually volunteers to be photographed! I think you're right about his eyes...
Posted by: Journey Photographic | August 28, 2010 at 11:50 AM
I like that he asked not to be changed.
Posted by: Don | August 28, 2010 at 12:38 PM
This is so beautiful...!!! I think one of my favorite of your portraits. Beautiful person and story; feels very very authentic. Great job.
Posted by: minor keys | August 28, 2010 at 12:39 PM
He is beautiful. What a wonderful request. Xxxx
Posted by: Fashionistable | August 28, 2010 at 12:42 PM
one of the most sensitive and soulful portraits i've ever seen. and he's a beautiful man. the story behind the image is nice, too.
Posted by: Style Odyssey | August 28, 2010 at 12:50 PM
It's a highly enjoyable portrait.
Posted by: Yara | August 28, 2010 at 01:04 PM
amazing photo :)
love it!
xx
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Posted by: Johanna Urban | August 28, 2010 at 05:38 PM
I love these close up photos...it just shows who the person is. Great pic!
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Posted by: Lisa Petrarca | August 28, 2010 at 06:11 PM
Deep and very touching.
Wonderful portrait !
Posted by: C. | August 28, 2010 at 06:32 PM
How sweet! Such soulful eyes...Beautiful portrait!
xx
Posted by: Brigadeiro | August 28, 2010 at 09:16 PM
His eyes and the weinkle are great.
I can feel his life.
Posted by: Lady M | August 29, 2010 at 03:26 AM
Excellent potraiture everytime.
Posted by: the nyanzi report | August 29, 2010 at 09:53 AM
He has a face of someone who has gone trough a lot in life, so wonderful that he offered to pose for you. You often meet these really nice strangers.
Posted by: Biana | August 29, 2010 at 06:18 PM
Great portrait & lovely story!
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Posted by: Peta | August 30, 2010 at 06:41 AM