A life on a face

Uploaded: August 24, 2011 15:09:24

Description

F 5,6, 1/200 sec, 130mm with Tamron 18-270mm, ISO 800. A country man of Lavalle, Argentina. During the festival of his town Asuncion.
Thanks to my friend Sandi, who give me the right concept about how to process this photo.

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: -0.33, ExposureTime: 1/200 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 500, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 130.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 60D

Comments

Tomás Widow August 24, 2011

To my friend Sandi... #1403478

Lou Lazerson August 24, 2011

To my friend Tomas,

This is a magnificent B&W close-up
portrait of an old man who hasn't
had an easy life. However, he lived
his life with faith,courage & wine.
Great capture of his character
as shown in his face.

Lou #9625926

Tomás Widow August 24, 2011

Louuuuu!!!
Thanks my friend!!
What a happiness to hear from you!
It's a big thing to me you enjoy this photo. I correct it following the Sandi instructions, and I'm very happy with the result.
Thanks again, your support is very important in my way to be a better photographer.
Thanks!

Tomas #9625966

Sandi L. Olson August 24, 2011

OMG! this is a GREAT BW, I love how the textues of the man and the background really stand out. You must enter this into the contest for the month, this is a winner. WHOOOOOO
Sandi #9626020

Sandi L. Olson August 24, 2011

I just have to say one more time, WOW! I love it, I love it, I love it. Oh wow, even his clothing stands out. You really have a gret photo here. Be proud, and thanks for sharing this in BW.
Sandi #9626021

Tomás Widow August 25, 2011

SANDI!!
You do me blush!!
Sincerely thanks, but the real artist here was you, finding the hidden beauty of the original photo. THANKS.
Tomas #9626791

Nadia Paul August 28, 2011

What a wonderful character he is Tomas - beautiful portrait! #9639648

Sandi L. Olson September 13, 2011

I will be watching closely for this to be announced as a Finalist for the August Photo Contest. I am excited!

Sandi #9669163

Tomás Widow September 13, 2011

Thanks Sandi!
I'll be waiting the same for your Iron Horse!

Tomas #9669197

Beatriz Boillat September 15, 2011

Lo felicito Tomas!
Es un Martin Fierro en su expresion, los anos de su vida, la sonrisa escondida y la mirada que quiere platicar. Muy buen trabajo.
Saludes,
Bea #9672514

Sandi L. Olson September 25, 2011

Tomas,
Congratul;tions. I was hoping this would get in the Finals!

Sandi #9691943

Nadia Paul September 26, 2011

Congrats on your wonderful finalist Tomas! #9693763

Tomás Widow September 26, 2011

Gracias Beatriz! No había visto tu comentario, así que pido disculpas por la demora en la respuesta. Me halaga que una fotografa como tu le gusten mis fotos. Muchas gracias.

Sandi: Thank you very much for your support, and giving me confidence. But you are finalist too, and a photographer from whom to learn. Thanks.

Nadia: You always present! Thanks for it.

Tomas #9696552

Sandi L. Olson September 26, 2011

WHOOHOOO,
I am still waiting, If this doesn't place I will be so disappointed! I may have to boycott Better Photo if it does not get a gold. Got my fingers crossed. I think I am more excited about your photo than my own. HaHa
Sandi #9696603

Merna L. Nobile September 28, 2011

Congratulations!
You’re the kind of person who makes the world a better, brighter place…You worked hard for this, you made it happen, and you have a right to be proud. So enjoy these satisfying moments; you deserve every one! Merna


#9703547

Tomás Widow September 28, 2011

Thanks for your words Merna!
Sandi: The best prize for me was your enthusiasm about this photo, mine and yours. Thank you very much!

Tomas #9703747

Vincent J. DeSanto November 17, 2011

Tomas, I knew it was only a matter of time before this photo received a Finalist, it's a WINNER really. #9812837

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