looking into the eyes of india

© Aaron M. Alter

looking into the eyes of india

Uploaded: January 24, 2005

Description

this homeless man welcomed my conversation and my camera outside of India's biggest Mosque in Old Delhi. Completely natural light, and uncropped picture.

Comments

Murry Grigsby January 24, 2005

A very engaging portrait Aaron! Nice tight crop, pose, textures and those great eyes!! #208434

Kathleen Clemons January 24, 2005

This is a very powerful portrait, Aaron. #1060354

Lewis P. Church January 24, 2005

One of the best portraits I have seen, as Aaron said, powerful, it's just draws you in to those strong eyes ... #1060467

Kimberly J. Whipps January 24, 2005

Incredible, beautiful shot. Makes me think "National Geographic" #1060534

January 24, 2005

Although the word is over-used, this portrait is AWESOME! #1060624

Debra Booth January 24, 2005

Wonderful portrait, Aaron! #1060726

Marta Azevedo January 24, 2005

Very well done #1060809

Michael S. Swaffar January 24, 2005

Great portrait Aaron! #1060862

Craig A. Rose January 24, 2005

This is an example of superior portrait shooting. The subject is incredibly engaging - even riveting. The crop, as mentioned earlier, is ideal. Overall, this is an image that gives many of us something to shoot for in our people photography. Oh, and not to mention the fact that you had the "courage" to approach your subject - BRAVO!

-Craig #1061037

Christian Turk January 24, 2005

I love portraits, makes you stop and imagine... what's his story, rich man / homeless man (is our human existence so different), what do the eyes say - is he a wise? is their madness beneath? is he old or middle age - the hair is wild and grey, but the eyes and skin show vitality, does he have a mission, what lessons does he have to teach... #1061222

Stephanie Lyons January 24, 2005

I agree with the comments above ... your creation is hauntingly beautiful ... Excellent job! #1061258

Janet S. Jonas January 25, 2005

Well done! #1062422

Jagrut Raval January 25, 2005

excellent shot Aaron !!! actually I am from INDIA so I know how difficult it is to approach these homeless people and talk with them. Great work ... u r the winner man!!! I agree with Kimberly, this photo is for NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC just like Steve McCurry's famous potrait photograph of a girl from Afghan refugee camp.

-JAGRUT #1063443

Kimberly J. Whipps February 18, 2005

Congratulations on being a finalist. How could this not be chosen? I see a winner. #1114000

Jagrut Raval February 18, 2005

hey man congratulations......... #1114189

Jennifer Rennison February 19, 2005

Excellent portrait, could sit and look at those eyes all day and wonder! Amazing capture, congratulations, Aaron!! #1116928

Kathleen Clemons February 19, 2005

I am so pleased to see this in the finals, Aaron. Congrats to you! #1117773

February 19, 2005

Simply, one of the best photos I've ever seen. And I say this after just recently looking thru scores of photos that have won the Pulitzer prize over the past century. How else can I put it? This shot is at the level of Steve Mccurry's Afghan refugee girl! #1119114

Donna W. Neal February 20, 2005

This is a winner in my book Aaron. The eyes are just awesome. I love the full frame portrait. Once you open it you just can't stop looking at this man's eyes. Wow, good luck in the next round! #1120084

Christine Pentecost February 21, 2005

What a great picture! My husband and I have a drawing over our fireplace very similar, and ironically, the man in our drawing was a homeless man as well. This is the type of picture that makes me pause and look into the eyes and wonder what his life must be like. Great photo! #1123891

Debra Booth February 21, 2005

Congratulations on your win, Aaron! #1124239

Darren M. Alexander February 21, 2005

a well deserved win. perfect image. kudos and congrats! :-) #1124705

Stephanie Lyons February 22, 2005

Congratulations, Aaron ... I knew this had to be a winner! #1125065

Donna W. Neal February 22, 2005

Excellent!!!
CONGRATULATIONS on your win Aaron ..:) #1125219

Jennifer Rennison February 22, 2005

Congratulations on your win, Aaron!! #1126178

Jagrut Raval February 22, 2005

again congratulations on being the winner !!!!!! #1127012

Susana Matos February 22, 2005

Congratulations on your win! Really wonderful!
Cheers from Portugal, Su #1127410

Kristi A. Howson February 26, 2005

Just Amazing Aaron...such a stong portrait. Congratulations!!!! #1135367

Lori L. Thomas March 15, 2005

Wow! The contrast of his beard, skin, and eye - incredible. #1174544

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