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THE ASCETIC

© Rakesh Syal

THE ASCETIC

Uploaded: July 22, 2007

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This portrait of my friend Mr. ML Kapoor is by window light.
Have a good day all!!

Comments

Paul E. Earl July 22, 2007

He always makes such a great subject. There is so much character in his face. A great portrait, Rakesh! #696353

Jennifer L. Alder July 22, 2007

Fantastic portrait work! :) #4537955

Evy Johansen level-classic July 22, 2007

Wow, wow.... This is an awesome portrait, Rakesh!! #4537956

July 22, 2007

Your photos never fail to deeply touch my heart. Thank you. #4537966

Su Sana E. P level-classic July 22, 2007

A powerful character and a great portrait, Rakesh!! #4537971

Nadya Johnson July 22, 2007

Another very awesome portrait, Rakesh! I always love to see this gentleman! #4537974

Dr. Harmeet Singh July 22, 2007

Another masterpiece from "The Great Syal Sahib".Everything is perfect.. #4538021

Margot Petrowski July 22, 2007

Wonderful and powerful image!! #4538044

Rakesh Syal level-classic July 22, 2007

Jill Odice

He is such a wonderful character! This portrait is perfect Rakesh, BRAVO!

7/22/2007 12:15:56 AM
#4538196

Rakesh Syal level-classic July 22, 2007

Jim D. Keever


Striking Image. Thanks for the glimpse into your corner of the world.
Jim
7/22/2007 12:17:03 AM
#4538201

David Phalen July 22, 2007

Another outstanding portrait of the character of this intriguing man. #4538234

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic July 22, 2007

I love this guy!! Another great shot of him! #4538261

Glenn E. Urquhart July 22, 2007

STUNNING Portrait, Rakesh!!! VERY Well Done! Cheers, Glenn. #4538358

Jenny Bosmans July 22, 2007

Another fantastic portrait capture of your friend, Rakesh! :) #4538360

Joan Kocak July 22, 2007

I agree with the above, BEAUTIFUL Rakesh~ #4538380

Chua Wee Boo July 22, 2007

Such a perfect portrait,Rakesh!Excellent job! #4538401

Manuel Barrera July 22, 2007

I need to make friends with a person so full of character as the wonderful Mr. Kapoor. The only thing that would be missing is the great photographer, but I guess the student must practice, practice, practice to one day get to become a master, Rakesh #4538423

Melissa A. Mannon July 22, 2007

Beautiful lighting and interesting photo. I always feel like your portraits of this gentleman have a lot to say beyond the surface. He's got such an interesting, thoughtful, full of wisdom face #4538429

William C. Raco level-classic July 22, 2007

Fantastic portrait, Rakesh!
Love the fine detail, light and pose
Excellent!

Bill #4538544

Linda D. Lester level-classic July 22, 2007

Another master piece of this wonderful model! #4538760

Melissa G. Meiselman July 22, 2007

Rakesh, this is a gorgeous portrait with fine detail, fantastic pose and wonderful lighting!!! #4539009

David Stevens July 22, 2007

Superb! #4539070

Carla Metzler July 22, 2007

Excellent portrait, Rakesh! #4539241

Colleen Farrell July 22, 2007

Gorgeous tones, lighting, and detail, Rakesh--wonderful portrait! #4539874

Karen Engelbreth July 22, 2007

As always - fantastic portrait, Rakesh! #4540065

Alexis Yobbagy July 22, 2007

BEST PORTRAIT I'VE EVER SEEN!!! OMG Rakesh... everything about this incredible portrait is amazing!!! #4540153

Husain Akhtar July 22, 2007

What can I say - master piece!

Bhai hey sub se achha hey - mubarak ho! #4540470

Amalia Sylvia Arriaga Salinas level-classic July 22, 2007

Another of your wonderful portraits Rakesh!,
Amalia #4540478

Indranil Sircar July 22, 2007

Outstanding Portrait, Rakesh-ji. Best Regards. #4540557

Elisabeth A. Gay July 22, 2007

Fabulous portrait Rakesh - I was in Canada for the past 2 weeks visiting my parents and showed your gallery to my mother. She totally enjoyed it, especially these wonderful portraits! #4541173

Tarun Bose July 22, 2007

Mind blowing portrait. One of your best works. A sure winner. Msterpeice from the Master. Well done Ricky. #4541189

Girish Vaghela level-classic July 23, 2007

So original and real, Great, Rakesh! #4543438

Ronald F. Fischer July 23, 2007

Another fantastic portrait from the master! #4544317

Sandra R. Alvey July 23, 2007

Rakesh you are the portrate master! This is wonderful!

Sandi #4544412

Rakesh Syal level-classic July 23, 2007

Thank you very much all my friends for so generous words of encouragement! #4544446

Judyann Plante July 23, 2007

Fantastic lighting, tones and detail, Rakesh!

Judyann <>< #4545586

Donna La Mattino Pagakis July 23, 2007

Your tones are fantastic, amazing work Rakesh!! #4546885

Laurence Saliba level-classic July 24, 2007

Another excellent portrait Rakesh!!! Perfect lighting!!! #4548490

Nina Shields July 24, 2007

Rakesh, you are truly the master of lighting; love seeing the character and dignity of this special man; outstanding portrait work! #4550513

David L. Luchowski July 25, 2007

The lighting and tones here are perfect. A work of art,Rakesh. #4559132

Jean E. Hildebrant July 27, 2007

So beautifully composed! Powerful and insightful portrait. Must be a winner! #4567400

Cheryl E. Molennor August 20, 2007

Fantastic image Rakesh! #4674125

Cassie L. Woodlee August 28, 2007

Wonderful portrait Rakesh,fantastic lighting and tones!!!! #4711156

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