The Garlic Seller
Nov 21, 2018 15:46:19 #
I thought it was time I poked my head above the parapet again 
West Bengal, India.
West Bengal, India.
Nov 21, 2018 15:54:07 #
Welcome back Graham. I hope the recovery is going well. At first I was going to comment on the lack of difference between the dark background and the dark clothes and the dark skin, but then I thought it's the eyes that stand out and that's all that's needed.
Nov 21, 2018 15:59:32 #
Nice to see you back.
The eyes are really good but could you have managed to get the garlic in focus as well?
The eyes are really good but could you have managed to get the garlic in focus as well?
Nov 21, 2018 16:00:50 #
R.G. wrote:
Welcome back Graham. I hope the recovery is going well. At first I was going to comment on the lack of difference between the dark background and the dark clothes and the dark skin, but then I thought it's the eyes that stand out and that's all that's needed.
Hello R.G. I'm becoming much more able, thanks, I can walk a fair distance. It's the fatigue is my biggest problem.
I did want a sinister look to it, but on here it appears a bit darker than I wanted. Perhaps walking isn't the only thing I have to re-learn
Nov 21, 2018 16:02:32 #
amersfoort wrote:
Nice to see you back.
The eyes are really good but could you have managed to get the garlic in focus as well?
The eyes are really good but could you have managed to get the garlic in focus as well?
Then everyone would look at the garlic
Nov 21, 2018 16:03:12 #
Great to see you, Graham. A strong story from a master, as always.
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Nov 21, 2018 19:46:11 #
Graham Smith wrote:
I thought it was time I poked my head above the parapet again
West Bengal, India.
West Bengal, India.
I would guess this is a crop from a bigger image? The eyes whilst striking are probably a little too stark white for realism. If the photograph is cropped so that only the top of the garlic shows the fact that it is out of focus is not so apparent and causes less distraction allowing ones eye to rest on the man.
Just my ideas on an excellent capture. No idea about your health issues but wish you a full and speedy recovery.
Nov 22, 2018 07:46:21 #
Once I see the eyes, I can’t take mine off them. Excellent work here, and I’m glad to see you back.
Nov 22, 2018 08:35:53 #
WELCOME BACK!!!
You not only caught a wonderful expression but also the parallel picture of the young woman.
Your photos always have a magical moment!
You not only caught a wonderful expression but also the parallel picture of the young woman.
Your photos always have a magical moment!
Nov 22, 2018 10:03:23 #
A great shot, emphasizing what you wish. The compositional circle of lights reinforcing a focus on the face is a great choice.
Nov 22, 2018 10:14:42 #
artBob wrote:
A great shot, emphasizing what you wish. The compositional circle of lights reinforcing a focus on the face is a great choice.
Thanks, Bob, you saw my intent, the silvery white garlic skins throwing the light up into his face.
Nov 22, 2018 10:16:56 #
Thank you for all of your replies, both commenting on the picture and my health, which is steadily improving 
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