FEAR
Uploaded: December 29, 2012 12:00:46
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This year I had the wonderful privilege of photographing the S.E. Pennsylvania Red Cross Annual Holiday Children's Party in Center City Philadelphia. Children that probably would have had scanty (or NO) gifts were treated to multiple shopping bags filled with both fun and need-fulfilling items, a consultation with Santa, music, dancing, contests (with prizes) and fun activities--all donated by local corporations.
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This tiny little boy had just arrived and was taking off his coat, when two of the Red Cross HUGE mascots (Fred Cross and a big furry bright red Blood Drop) strode over to give him a hug.
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The boy was terrified and burst into sobs and tears and was nearly inconsolable.
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Exif: F Number: 2.8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/125 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 16000, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 57.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Michelle Alton December 29, 2012 0
The Red Cross Mascots #1505851
Jeff Robinson
December 29, 2012
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R. J. Laudenbacher
December 29, 2012
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Jack Gaskin December 29, 2012 0
GREAT IMAGEJack #10486474
frank w. degenhardt December 29, 2012 0
I so enjoy the raw look of the people you take pictures of. No posing, just people being people with the different characteristics. Here this child clinging to dads leg for protection, it shows on his poor little face. Love the treatment and tones, the way you composed the picture. Photo journalism at its best Michelle. #10486475
Kay E. Mahoney
December 29, 2012
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Bojan Bencic
December 29, 2012
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David Phalen December 29, 2012 0
Got to be a world rocking event for a person that size to be confronted by large, strange mascots.You've done a remarkable job in capturing his fear. Hope he had a better time later. #10487000
Tiia Vissak December 29, 2012 0
a great image! #10487022John Connolly December 29, 2012 0
A fantastic image beautifully presented Michelle! I love the expression! Well done! #10487089Katherine Kuhn December 29, 2012 0
Great portrait and capture of the little girl's emotions, Michelle -- lovely light! #10487443Carol L. Fowler December 29, 2012 0
Amazing photo- winner! #10487466
Jill Odice
December 29, 2012
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Kitty R. Rodehorst-Hanna December 30, 2012 0
What a WONDERFUL story telling capture, Michelle! :-) k #10488338Tammy D. Ferren December 30, 2012 0
Straight into my favorites! Photography at it's best. The composition and framing is just perfect and the emotion you captured. Love it. #10488428Barbara Waldoch December 30, 2012 0
Fantastic shot, Michelle! #10488547
Ann Coates
December 30, 2012
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Alex T. Mizuno December 30, 2012 0
It's so ironical that the charity event gave the little boy fear. Outstanding presentation in monochrome to convey the emotion so effectively. Excellent work Michelle!! #10488657Jyri Vissak December 30, 2012 0
Great portrait here! #10488677
Emile Abbott
January 02, 2013
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Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 03, 2013 0
A gorgeous capture with so much emotional impact! #10497263Amy Weiss January 04, 2013 0
Such a wonderfully emotive shot, Michelle. Fantastic! #10498489Stephen Zacker January 05, 2013 0
Terrific story telling image #10500587
Peggy Pfister
January 05, 2013
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Linda S. Smith
January 05, 2013
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Phyllis H. Burchett January 14, 2013 0
Michelle, this is outstanding in every way....fabulous portrait work! #10515326Liz blahh January 24, 2013 0
CoNgRaTuLaTiOnS! #10530338Donna La Mattino Pagakis January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations!! This is so excellent Michelle! #10530354
Tamara K. Walker
January 24, 2013
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Robert R. Goodman January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations on this beautiful finalist,my friend!!! #10530423JO ANN CLEVELAND January 24, 2013 0
Outstanding Michelle, congrats on your super finalist!jo ann c.
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Ann Coates
January 24, 2013
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Patrick Rouzes
January 24, 2013
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Joannie Bertucci
January 24, 2013
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Rona L. Schwarz January 24, 2013 0
WOW! I missed this the first time around so I'm doubly glad to see it now, Michelle! What a powerful and emotional capture...it has Winner written all over it! Huge Congrats on this superb Finalist! #10530974
Linda S. Smith
January 24, 2013
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Phyllis A. Houghton January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations on your finalist, Michelle! #10531190Susan Williams January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations, Michelle. Great candid portrait! #10531316
Stefania Barbier
January 24, 2013
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Alex T. Mizuno January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations on your Finalist Michelle! This looks winner to me already! #10531521Barbara Mason January 24, 2013 0
Congratulations on your Finalist Michelle - a beautifully composed b/w image !!! #10531613Renee Doyle January 24, 2013 0
Super portrait work Michelle!! BIG congratulations to you! #10531723Kirsten Kiki Kjaer January 24, 2013 0
A deeply touching image, Michelle. Congratulations!! #10531813
Linda D. Lester
January 24, 2013
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Neal D. Hatcher January 24, 2013 0
---------"CONGRATULATIONS"--------------MELODIE C. ROBERTS January 24, 2013 0
WoWCongratulations Mickey
This is a winner!! #10532187
Danny B. Head January 24, 2013 0
This is a winner in my eyes! Awesome capture! Congrtas! #10532343
Bojan Bencic
January 24, 2013
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Agnes Fegan
January 24, 2013
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Mitch Spence
January 24, 2013
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Marijana Fajgl January 24, 2013 0
Big congratulations on your fantastic finalist, Michelle! #10533766Nadia Paul January 24, 2013 0
Congrats on your wonderful finalist Michelle! #10533850frank w. degenhardt January 24, 2013 0
Hope this is a winner. Congratulations on the Finalist Michelle. #10533925Terry T. Ruvalcaba January 24, 2013 0
congrats, well deserved! #10534075
Nancyj E. Hovey
January 24, 2013
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John Connolly January 24, 2013 0
Huge congratulations on your finalist Michelle! I hope it moves onto gold for you! #10534286
Lydia Williams
January 24, 2013
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Connie J. Bagot January 25, 2013 0
Congratulations Michelle! #10534625Phyllis H. Burchett January 25, 2013 0
So happy to see this again Michelle, congrats and good luck! #10534677
Emile Abbott
January 25, 2013
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Lucy Abrao
January 25, 2013
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Ken Smith
January 25, 2013
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Lana Arcemont January 25, 2013 0
Congratulations, Michelle! #10534971
Deborah Lewinson
January 25, 2013
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Congrats on your Finalist, and best wishes for the next round!
Debby #10535010
Carol Eade
January 25, 2013
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Robert K. Bemus
January 25, 2013
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Heather Loewenhardt
January 25, 2013
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Lois Adomite January 25, 2013 0
Wonderful portrait, congratulations on your finalist #10537006Jeffrey R. Bange January 26, 2013 0
I don't know how I ever missed this photo Michelle but best of luck on a well deserved finalist photo and good luck in the next round. #10537650
Bonnie C. Lackey
January 26, 2013
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Ellen Hodges January 27, 2013 0
Huge congrats and best luck on a truly fantastic finalist!! #10539178Merna L. Nobile January 28, 2013 0
Are you amazed at the vivid colors, sharpness and composition of your photographs? Well the judges are, CONGRATULATIONS you are a winner for the month of December, 2012!ALLEN O. HOWARD January 28, 2013 0
A wonderful portrait!!! Congratulations Michelle! #10542295Sign up for an interactive online photography course to get critiques on your photos.
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