Fishing Boats

© Rolando Rosito

Fishing Boats

Uploaded: February 16, 2010

Description

The Koli fishermen were the first people to inhabit the 7 islands that later developed into the mega city of Bombay. These are their fishing boats. They live today in extreme poverty.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/500 seconds, Flash: did not fire., ISO: 100, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 58.00 mm, Model: NIKON D80

Comments

Michelle Alton February 16, 2010

Sad story, but a wonderful image, Rolando. #1239557

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic February 16, 2010

What a wonderful capture to tell this powerful story that needs told, even though I agree it is a sad story. Your colors and comp on this are great. #8387728

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic February 16, 2010

I agree nice capture of these boats but a sad story. #8387732

Kay Beausoleil February 17, 2010

Beautifully composed, Rolando. The image stands well on its own, but the story adds another dimension to this excellent image. #8390542

Renata Gusciora February 21, 2010

Fabulous image with fantastic composition and great colors,Rolando! #8404315

Viveca Venegas level-deluxe April 20, 2010

Where was this shot in Mumbai? at Versova near mud island or somewhere else? #8554964

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