Inspiring Photo: Reflection time for James #375347

Reflection time for James

Uploaded: May 01, 2004 05:42:53

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May 01, 2004

This guy really looks like he's in a state of reflection. Excellent job daniel! this photo rates 5 stars!
janice #123432

Daniel Kasenda May 03, 2004

Thanks for the comment Janice! yeah I seriously believe he is in a state of reflection, as he seems to look all the time in the mirror. I believe he is reflecting on his emotional opening up, and that open window is a symbolic motif. However, I cannot emphasize the too powerful state of reflection this James is truly in. #517838

May 04, 2004

yes danny..the open window is a symbolic motif!but take a look at the contrast between darkness and light. this is also symbolic of james' reflection, the conflicting views he faces during his reflection.
we should seek a professional's opinion on this picture!!
#519452

May 04, 2004

such creativity...does james know about this? hahaha #520075

May 04, 2004

I think I have to agree with Fairina. what is James going to say? But, he shouldn't object, it is a beautiful shot of him! And, he should know that you were taking the photo right? Anyway, great photo Danny. #520102

May 05, 2004

Love it just like capture his emotion n stuff like he got nottin beta to do heheheh but I have to say this is a great pic #521549

May 05, 2004

This photo possesses some exquisite beauty Daniel that is unsuited for words. At the same time there is a sense of emotional instability emanating from the subject 'James' as his gaze into the window seems like he is acknowledging his subconscious bed of needles that lie within his heart. I believe the juxtaposition of 'James' and the window is supposed to imply some sort of carthatic ritual in which the subject can let riot his smothered emotions. I wonder out of curiosity whether the subject has experienced any emotional trauma before that would have led to this fixation on reflecting. Nevertheless, an excellent and truly insightful picture Daniel, well done.
#521647

May 06, 2004

HAHA!!!! not bad not bad!....definitely a state of reflection (or is he looking at his own?!) hmmmm :) #523126

May 06, 2004

danny,you're a genius...i'm speechless. the pulitzer prize is all yours mate.Félicitation! #523131

May 06, 2004

He thinks he's so handsome....for himself! (Nice capture Dan) #523257

May 07, 2004

After further analysing the content of you picture Daniel, I have devised a startling thesis regarding the subject 'James.' The disturbing narcissism with which he practises may not reflect an emotional carthatic ritual, it is perhaps more of a manifestation of a boy's rite of passage into manhood. To blossom into a true man, the subject seeks to find an emotinal outlet in his reflection in the window. Yet his mind seems distant, as though he were thinking of someone special...You picture fascinates me Daniel, the more I look at it, the more intrigued I become. #525233

May 08, 2004

what can I say? james is picture perfect, so much this should be made into a poster to advertise for topshop. his poise suggests he's been taking sound advice from 'a queer eye for a straight guy'. whats next in line for the future face of topshop? perhaps nivea would be interested, there is great potential in his rich complexion brought out by this ponderous pose -but yet something is missing from the photo.., something that would allow it to transcend the barriers of the materialistic world into a universal image of great power. perhaps a greater emphasis should be placed on what james sees beyond the window. what he sees is not the barren countryside, nor solely his own reflection, but a glimpse into a happy future, with his other half and their many kids wearing aston villa jerseys. #525899

May 08, 2004

Yes, this picture undoubtedly shows james REFLECTING...Dan really snap the camera at the right time...showing the correct facial expression and the smile...Nice job Dan!!
#525967

May 08, 2004

Yes, this picture undoubtedly shows james REFLECTING...Dan really snap the camera at the right time...showing the correct facial expression and the smile...Nice job Dan!!
#525968

May 11, 2004

GREAT pic danny ... I love the contrast ... and this pic just make a stronger proof that james is such a poser .. is that what u call him haha (by the way, u have definetely outperformed our friend hehe u noe who .. great pic2 :) nice job ... send me more pics by u #531281

May 16, 2004

Outstanding photo Dan!!! Worthy of a world class photographer :D...btw, when I told James about this photo he said, "I can't look at my own reflection from there u idiot (in a typical Jamezy accent)" :D :D :D #543391

May 24, 2004

people!!!

i have read these comments. AND guess what its not FUNNY!!!!!

i did not know that my photo was being taken when I was looking outside.
ALSO if you look closely atm y eyes the from line of vision I cannot see my own reflection from that angle. I would have to look at the window face on to see my own reflection.
This indicates that I was looking beyond the window.
Hell its better than looking at peelface danny.

This just shows how sad and mundane his life is and this one of the ways dan spends his free time besides playing computer games and having phone sex with sniffy.
Next time I see your camera I will break the damn thing.
And the people who wrote comments!!!
OIIII this just gives dan more confidence and makes him want to engage in further stupid acts.

TONY- we all know who loves his own reflection the most.
SNIFFY- U suck if this happened to you. you would run home to your mum.
DAN- YOU arrogant SWINE!First the picture of my room, then now this??

Next time I see you you better not have that camera with you!!
WHATEVER you do dan you will always be a Failure in my eyes.

AND THE REST OF YOU! shame on you!

I WILL REMEMBER THIS FOR A LONG TIME!!!
I EXPECT APOLOGIES SOON!!
LETS JUST IMAGINE WHAT THIS FEELS LIKE FOR ME!! THE VICTIM.

AND HANES!! WHAT ABOUT MY ACCENT???
AT LEAST I CAN SPEAK WITHOUT PUTTING AN S ON THE END OF EVERY WORD!!
#558360

Daniel Kasenda May 24, 2004

Reflection does not neccesarrily mean looking at oneself, although that is what james clearly thinks since he does it alot, but it means " a calm lengthy intent consideration ". (this is so fun) on what u may ask? well, that can only be found in james nivea tanned forehead. I wish I can put a comment as long as james, but im tired. And computer games are fun. #558370

May 24, 2004

I luv u james man!
All the way w/ ur face!!
FACE!

YEA MAN U TELL THEM!
YEA MAN! I LOVE YOU JAEMS! CALL ME! WE CAN HAVE PHONE SEX #558371

May 24, 2004

im glad you all had fun.
#558376

May 24, 2004

people!!

this is dan's new project!!
make the comments really spicey!!
it helps dan when he's pleasuring himself in front of the screen!.
your comments of praise make hime feel in control and terribly powerful.
For the whole 10 seconds it take it makes him feel the man that in reality he is not.

PPL do it for dan!!
take one for the team!!! #558380

May 25, 2004

OMG...Jamezy is getting rlly furious about this...yeah I was wondering also why this picture suddenly becomes the talk of the town :D...come on guys, we all love jamezy dont we? Give him a break...btw James, u made the funniest comment for every1, especially towards sniffy (u know, the part when he probably run to his mom and start crying HAHAHA!!!) hey, its not my fault to speak with bad grammar...even when I did speak with adding s on the end of every word, it was not deliberate. Its like Jamezy trying to speak in Melayu (which I think would probably end up worse :D :D :D)...by the way, since this picture is the only medium that I can use to communicate with u James, I wanna ask when u ever coming back to sg and Danny as well #558754

May 25, 2004

This is incredible, the subject 'James' is now responding to his photo with an outburst of his smothered emotions. It seems in hindsight that after calmly admiring his reflection in the window, 'James' is furious to realise that other people have latched onto his dirty little secret. Yet what the subject 'James' does not realise, which is an awful pity, is that these comments are specifically geared to help him. Firstly, they have been nothing short of complimentary (the new face of Top Shop, strong complexion for Nivea Lotion, his 'other half') and so they are intended to encourage him to believe in himself and to believe in his emotions which may lead him happily to his 'other half.' The outburst of emotions was expected I suppose, but it would have been better if it had been an outburst of positive emotions such as love. On the other hand, given the nature of 'James,' one might conclude that those words of 'fury' actually represented 'James'' way of expressing his love for everybody who commented and who gave him attention. I am glad this has helped you James. #559088

May 25, 2004

LET me just say that im glad to be able to entertain you all despite being far far away. #559628

May 25, 2004

HEY sniffy

doctor my ass!!!!
you're so lame.

ive seen ur photos!!
u always do the peace sign!!
whats with that???? HUH??
are you jap???
I DONT THINK SO!!!!!
Trying to act jap wont help you find a jap girl.
You know what that dirty secret I have is?
the ont hat u mentioned!1
well here it is!!!

I HATE YOU!!!

i wasn't planning on going back to singapore but now im definitely not going!!

oh BTW before I go I have to say 1 thing!
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U SUCK! #559642

Daniel Kasenda May 25, 2004

Could anyone wishing to put up comments in the photo please use it as it was intended to be? Feedback and analysis on the photograph itself and its focused subject, please! It is a photography website not a hate website. Nevertheless, several comments are suitable in that it may help the subject. Kai's comment is fine as it may fulfill some of the subject's needs and problems, leading to perhaps a fresh and exciting photograph. Thank you and please treat the photograph with respect. #560191

Susana Matos June 16, 2004

i´m sorry that a simply beautiful photo could be the subject of so many ugly comments! Anyway, James, I liked this photo, I simply liked it, that´s all! I am out from all the rest... Cheers from Portugal, Su #600475

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