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Observing the world through a window


 

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Observing the world through a window
Observing the world through a window
Thanks to Kate Jackson and Amy E. Schneider for their suggestion to put this image into contest.
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Teresa P.Pelaez
 

Beautiful image Max, great lighting and model.

http://tpp2.zenfolio.com/p948137160/


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thanks to Kate Jackson and Amy E. Schneider for their suggestion.


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you Teresa for your lovely comment!


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September 08, 2008

 

Rajeev 270293 Kashyap
  Wonderful POrtrait & Nice Window Light Capture MAx!


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you Rajeev I appreciated your comment!


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September 08, 2008

 

John Connolly
  An excellent candid portrait, Max! The expression and lighting are just superb!


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September 08, 2008

 

Lynne Morris
  What a gorgeous capture Max, lovely lighting and composition.


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September 08, 2008

 

Kate Jackson
  Max hello again. I do think this is a wonderful image and wish you all the best with it in the comp.


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you Lynne for your comment!


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Kate, thanks again for your wonderful wish!


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September 08, 2008

 

Howard B. Cheek
  Very special moment captured Max, I like this :)
Well done!
Howard


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September 08, 2008

 

Judy A. Lawhon
  Beautiful lighting and I love the B&W, Max!! A sweet child.


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  John, thank you for you comment. (It's a little crazy with my email in here!)
:)


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Howard and Judy thank you for the sweet comment!!


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September 08, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Howard and Judy thank you for the sweet comment!!


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September 08, 2008

 
- Teresa Burnett

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  Wonderful image Max!! Beautiful lighting and composition, and I love the b&w!!!


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September 08, 2008

 

Robert R. Goodman
  That is some very beautiful lighting,Max.Stunning capture!!!


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September 08, 2008

 

Vladan D. Djordjevic
  Lovely portrait.


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September 08, 2008

 

Lorna Shutter
  Love this image and your title for it! The child is so cute! Lovely shadows and tones! Fantastic lighting! Kate and Amy know a good shot when they see one! Great work, Max! :)


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September 08, 2008

 

Mary L. Graham
  Excellent lighting and this is excellent in black and white!! =)


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September 09, 2008

 

Ermanno Radice
  Excellent framing, wonderful expression, beautiful lighting and B&W, Max!


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September 09, 2008

 
- Patrick Rouzes

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  Well, Kate & Amy are clever!!! Absolutely an exceptional work here,Max!!! I like everything about this!!! Winner in my books!!!


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September 09, 2008

 

Ellen Hodges
  Gorgeous image, Max. Love the lighting.


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September 09, 2008

 

Tiia Vissak
  great tones, light, expression & framing!


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September 09, 2008

 

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member since: 3/29/2008 Great capture and super focus,like it a lot,Max!

9/5/2008 5:44:11 AM

Vicki L. Filippin
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I LOVE the lighting and mood you have set on this image, Max.
Well captured!

9/5/2008 9:55:53 AM

Anna M. Halasz
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Fantastic portrait.LOVE IT. Anna

9/5/2008 10:15:01 PM

Max Aureli
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Thank you Renata, Vicki, Anna for your comments. I really appreciated!!

9/8/2008 3:42:13 AM

Kate Jackson
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Max are you entering into the competition? You are very good and I cannot understand why you have not any EP's or Finalists.
Love this one!

9/8/2008 5:44:06 AM

Max Aureli
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Kate you have made my day... not... my week!!! :)
I put in competition few images and after your comment I will put this one to.
Maybe I don't have any "stickers and bumpers" because I am new in digital photography (I have taken 20 years of break from film) and I just re-started.
Most important for me is to receive and to give honest and generous comments, it will help me to grow.
Thank you again Kate for your wonderful comment.
Max

9/8/2008 7:11:26 AM

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Oh Max I totally agree with Kate...this is a winner in my book...I love the lighting and black and white tones as well as the composition of this image...terrific work my friend.
I will be surprised if you don't get at the very least an EP for this one.

Beautiful photograph!
Amy:)

9/8/2008 10:07:34 AM


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September 09, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  I should done this yesterday but any way... thanks for all you wonderful comments! I really appreciated.
Max


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September 09, 2008

 

Patricia Ronan
  A beautiful B&W portrait Max:)


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September 09, 2008

 

Robyn A. Terrell
  Wow, Max, this is a stunning portrait with superb lighting and tones! Beautiful work!!!


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September 09, 2008

 

KARU WIJESUNDARA. A.N.P.A.S.
  THE EXPOSURE IS EXCELLENT HERE.

KARU.


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September 09, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  A special thanks for this image goes to KARU WIJESUNDARA!
Observing his wonderful gallery and detailed descriptions, I was finally able
to capture a beautiful moment of my son in natural low light.

Thank you Patrizia, Robyn and Karu for your wonderful and encouraging comments.

Max


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September 10, 2008

 

Lorraine A. Cook
  Ahhhhh...I see we are on the 'same page', Max!<:))

Handsome portrait of your son...his inquisitiveness is well documented...beautiful in B+W!!<:))


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September 10, 2008

 
- Stefania Barbier

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  This is exceptional Max... the light-shadow play, his look showing wonder, the dim window light, the B&W tones... I am mainly a people photographer and believe me this is superb!


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September 10, 2008

 
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  Great portrait and monotone image here, Max.


Dominick


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September 10, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Just wait my next right shot and I will have a special thanks for each of you!
There is a lot to learn at BP and from everybody photography because are not just images but wonderful art!

Thank you Lorraine, Stefania and Dominick for your comments!

Max


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September 10, 2008

 
- Lisa J. Boulden

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  Such a beautiful capture, Max!
Lovely depiction of a child's sense of wonder.
~♥~Lisa


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September 10, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you Lisa for your comment!
I am so happy for this image and for the wonderful comments that some times I do bla, bla. From my previous comment I should say... If I am able to get the next right shot.... but I don't know if I will be able to do! he he he he :)
Thanks.


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September 10, 2008

 

Mary Timman
  Love this. I like how the light shines on this childs face. Wonderful little capture!


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September 10, 2008

 
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  Super portrait lighting, Max, and I love it in bw, too! This is art!
kk


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September 10, 2008

 

Kumiko Parkinson
  Outstanding image, Max! The lighting is very beautiful, I love his expressions, his nice round cheak and curious eye and mouth, the angle of his head....this image is talking a lot in the simplicity. Great job!


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September 10, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you Mary, Kathleen and Kumiko for your wonderful and descriptive comments!


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September 10, 2008

 
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  A wonderful portrait; excellent use of lighting and B&W! Jeff


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September 10, 2008

 

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  Fantastic image, My friend!!!

daniele


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September 10, 2008

 
- Bojan Bencic

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  Great light and B/W conversion, Max.


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September 10, 2008

 

Carol Sawyer
  Beautiful B&W portrait, Max!!


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September 10, 2008

 

Eugenio Diaz
  Fantastic portrait...grat lighting...Well done my friend!


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September 11, 2008

 

Gena L. Talbot
  Wonderful image here Max... You did such a great job capturing this beautiful little person, "LOVE" the black and white tones! Super Job!!! :)


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September 11, 2008

 
- Mitch Spence

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  Love this, Max. It's absolutely beautiful, with the terrific light on the face as he peeks out of the window. Just excellent.


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September 13, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Jeff, Daniele, Bojan, Carol, Sabrina, Eugenio, Gena and Mitch thank you for the wonderful comments!
But again, I would like to thanks everybody that did stop here and drop some thoughts, they meant so much to me!

Max


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September 13, 2008

 
- Reynaldo D. Reyes

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  Amazing image display of a child's curiosity and you've handled it skillfully with the use of fantastic soft lighting through the window and very well presented in B&W. Well done Max!


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September 14, 2008

 

Kaye Burazin
  The direction of light to focus mainly on this little boy's face is superbly done.


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September 16, 2008

 

Michael Umbreit
  Max - Wow! Wonderful image! - Mike


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September 17, 2008

 

Raquel J. Ruiz
  Very sweet capture, great job! :o) ~Raquel


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September 18, 2008

 

Susan Fox
  Fantastic capture! The light is illuminating the face perfectly.


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September 19, 2008

 

Allen Hughes
  What makes this special, Max, is that it's not posed. It's natural... it captures the curiosity of this charming little tyke. And the B&W makes it even more so. Very nicely done.


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September 21, 2008

 

Stephen Zacker
  Wonderful lighting and feeling this has


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September 22, 2008

 

Marisol Pastor
  Beautiful B&W portrait. Love the light.


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September 22, 2008

 

Stan Kwasniowski
  Max, so beautiful, this has to be a winner


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September 23, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  I would like say thanks again to every one that left wonderful words on this page.
I am keeping re-reading all of your comments. They are all wonderful and they transmit beautiful touching feelings.

Thank you Reynaldo, Kaye, Mike, Raquel, Susan, Allen, Stephen, Marisol and Stan for your wonderful words and support.


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September 23, 2008

 
- Stefania Barbier

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  te l'ho detto che questa era speciale... congrats for your EFP!


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September 23, 2008

 

Vincent J. DeSanto
  Max, what a great photograph, the pose, composition and tones are perfect, great job Max, I love these type of portraits.


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September 23, 2008

 

Sandy Powers
  Ohmy! This is fabulous! It is art. It makes me feel like I am part of a childhood moment without intruding.

I expect to be congratulating you next month on your win for this one :)


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September 23, 2008

 
- Leslie McLain

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  Great image with terrific light.


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September 24, 2008

 

Stephanie Frey
  Wonderful portrait with great lighting and mood!


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September 25, 2008

 
- Shelly A. Van Camp

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  Great capture in B&W and love the lighting!


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September 25, 2008

 
- Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas

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  Wonderful portrait and lighting Max!,
Amalia


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September 25, 2008

 

Courtenay Vanderbilt
  Congrats on your EFP, Max!


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September 25, 2008

 

Lorna Shutter
  I'm so glad you got an EFP for this one, Max! I love it! Congratulations! :)


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September 25, 2008

 

Thomas H. Reiner
  A memorable moment,Max! B&W just the right medium.


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September 26, 2008

 

Sue Marshall
  I have been going through your gallery Max and you have some outstanding images!
This B/W portrait of your son is amazing the lighting is incredible!
Congrats on your EP I hope to see this again!
Thanks for visiting my gallery and your kind comments. :-)


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September 27, 2008

 

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Great job capturing a feeling of curiousity :). Love the black and white feel with this one. Superb really nice. A winner. I agree with the rest here. Spacing, shadows, detail, sharpness, everything. Nice job.

9/27/2008 6:02:44 PM


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September 27, 2008

 

Amy E. Schneider
  What did I tell ya! Congrats on the EP---yeah!!!
Amy:)


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September 27, 2008

 
- Melinda F. Schneider

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  Everything about this is...PERFECTION!


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September 28, 2008

 

May K. Vokaty
  Beautiful light! Lovely portrait.


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September 28, 2008

 

Ellen Hodges
  Fantastic capture and lighting, Max!


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September 29, 2008

 

Terri L. Scribner
  Excellent low key capture, Max!!


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September 30, 2008

 

Daniella Puente
  This is a precious BW photo Max...


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September 30, 2008

 

Joan E. Gerring
  Beautiful b/w photo...love the lighting


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October 01, 2008

 

Peggy J. Maguire
  Beautiful B&W portrait,Love this shot....Peggy


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October 01, 2008

 

JO ANN CLEVELAND
  Ohhh Max! This has got to be a winner! Love the natural light, the composition and the adorable child! Your portraits are excellent, enter them all!

jo ann c.


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October 01, 2008

 

Max Aureli
  Thank you All for your wonderful support and great words for this BW image.
I decided to chose this image to be my icon.
Thank you again for your wonderful words!

Max


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October 01, 2008

 
- Sherran Andersen

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  Wonderful comp in this great b&w photo Max. Well done. Sherran


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October 03, 2008

 

Philippe Vieux-Jeanton
  The perfect B&W image.. A Winner, for sure!!


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October 04, 2008

 

Murry Grigsby
  Wonderful image design, use of B&W, lighting and timing on the pose Max! What a great feeling of anticipation and mystery. Well done!! I enjoyed your gallery also :0)


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October 04, 2008

 

Bill Knaps
  Great portrait Max and a winner. Congrats on your well deserved EP. Bill


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October 06, 2008

 

Ulysses A. Villamin
  Perfect black and white! It makes it easier for you because you have a very lovely subject :) WTG!!!


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October 07, 2008

 
- Nikki McDonald

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  This is a wonderful capture, Max -- it's all been said. Congratulations on the EP and good luck in the contest!


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October 12, 2008

 

Bill Wyatt
  Wonderful light and shadows. The tones are terrific!


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October 14, 2008

 

Amanda Chapman
  Perfectly captured with the expression and the right amount of light peaking thru


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October 17, 2008

 

Dianna Murphy
  Love the expression, the light, the tone. Wonderful Job!


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October 17, 2008

 

Linda M. Walker
  Excellent work...just love the lighting


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October 17, 2008

 

Raquel J. Ruiz
  What a little sweetheart, This is a very beautiful portrait and I love the tones. Excellent job!


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October 24, 2008

 

Corinne M. Thompson
  This is a perfect capture, love the expression and look of awe.


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November 24, 2008

 
- Flavio Carnevale

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  So expressive... Sweet and story telling. These are the photos I love. Adding to a perfect use o framing, lighting and treatment, something more: emotions.
Flavio


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December 06, 2008

 

Patti Coblentz
  This is my all time favorite image of yours...you have captured his young curiosity beautifully and the lighting, as always, is out of this world beautiful!!!
Patti


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December 13, 2008

 

Aimee C. Eisaman
  Absoluetly love the shadows vs. light in this shot. Great capture & perfect title! You did a fantastic job with this one! :~)


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December 16, 2008

 
- Lisa J. Boulden

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  Such a beautiful image, I just had to visit it again!
Smiles, lisa


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January 07, 2009

 
- Laura E. Swan

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  ....And to think that I ALWAYS THOUGHT THIS WAS YOU, Max! Ha!

He is a precious little boy! So well done and such perfect timing! - Sister Laura


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March 09, 2009

 
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