In one moment a man stoically studies a record of the day's events, a firm grip on his temporary sustenance . . . The scene seems peaceful enough, yet the set jaw, coiled posture and (most telling of all) clenched fist belie any aura of tranquility: tension emanates from head to hand. Here sits an image of many days gone past, a representative of a bygone age, subtly juxtaposed against a background symbol of modernity.
The second composition is a simple tableau illuminating an entirely different degree of composure in the face of inevitable unknowns to come. Rather than anxiety the subject appears to be comfortably ensconced on a sofa, hands lightly clasped, head titled as if gazing more with curiosity if not actual welcome anticipation of a revelation near at hand.
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The Diner, #0257
© 2010 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.
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Details: July 28, 2010; Canon 20D; f/5 @ 1/200 sec; - 2/3 EV; ISO 400; 35mm.
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Waiting, #7792
© 2010 James W. Murray, all rights reserved.
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Details: May 9, 2010; Canon 20D; f/2.8 @ 1/50 sec; - 2/3 EV; ISO 400; 100mm.
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Very Lively !!! Unlike the other eye catching masterpieces, obscure formations, beautiful flora and fauna and so on and so forth, these two photos do not really have any attractive features but yet are so lively and speak so much by themselves that these are equally fabulous to me. How many people like them really become the focus for a photographer's camera? Simple and ordinary posture, the unique vision and presentation has now made them unordinary with reflecting innocence. Lucky they !!!
ReplyDeleteEvery time there is something new and different to see and learn.Looking forward to see more LIFE through your photos !!!