Los Ojos

Uploaded: October 16, 2012 06:50:20

Description

Finalist
This beautiful child was riding comfortably in a wrap on her mother's back. I had permission to take the photo - tried to get a smile, but all I got was this wide-eyed, solemn stare. The angle, crop and full frame, all of which I like quite a bit, were dictated by the fact that I had my 100 mm macro on and we were in a crowd so I could not get any distance to speak of without having people come between us.
Category: People

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 25000/1000000 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400,400, FocalLength: 100.00 mm, Model: DSLR-A350

Comments

Michelle Alton October 16, 2012

Much more wonderful than a posed, contrived smile. This is extraordinary, Nikki. Black and white tones are perfect for the subject. #1492621

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe October 16, 2012

Outstanding - A powerful portrait Nikki! #10372047

Shelly A. Van Camp level-classic October 16, 2012

So precious....nice work. #10372453

Joy Rector October 17, 2012

gorgeous capture, well done #10373210

Datha Y. Thompson October 17, 2012

OMG Nikki!!! This is EXCELLENT and she is a DOLL!!! Love Love Love it!!!! #10373243

Mitch Spence level-classic October 17, 2012

Ah, the eyes, the eyes. The angle of the head and the solemn expression complement them perfectly in this very nice close up portrait, Nikki. #10373284

Richard B. Hallick October 17, 2012

Truly stunning portrait. The eyes are amazing, and the expression on her face is very captivating. This is one of your very best! #10373357

Bob Cournoyer level-classic October 17, 2012

The ojos tell it all....fine work! #10373532

Melinda F. Schneider level-classic October 17, 2012

Very sweet. A living doll! #10373836

Thomas E. Hinds October 20, 2012

Incredible portrait, Nikki! #10377954

Ken Beatty October 22, 2012

Nikki - I love this shot! Thanks for sharing it. #10379498

Donna La Mattino Pagakis October 23, 2012

Incredible eyes, a warm and lovely portrait! #10381016

Joannie Bertucci level-classic October 23, 2012

Wow Nikki, this is outstanding work with your 100mm macro...I've got to try that, yours is stunning! The b&w works in so many ways...texture, tones, contrasts and the amazing catch light in her eyes! #10381318

Sherran Andersen level-classic October 23, 2012

Love those eyes. #10381689

Chris Budny level-deluxe November 20, 2012

What a terrific portrait, Nikki, and as usual, looks fantastic in your b/w conversion. #10426544

Martha R. Mazon level-classic November 20, 2012

Truly haunting, Nikki! Great job making the most of the equipment on hand, and with such creative and stunning results! Superb. #10426615

Linda S. Smith level-classic November 29, 2012

Great photo Nikki and Congrats on your finalist win!!! #10438949

Susan Williams November 29, 2012

Congratulations on your well-deserved Finalist award, Nikki. #10438982

Thomas E. Hinds November 29, 2012

A very beautiful Finalist, Nikki! #10438990

Amanda J. Tanner level-classic November 29, 2012

Congratulations Nikki! Your talents shine here, Very Special! #10439232

Priscilla J. Burgers November 29, 2012

You caught a wonderful expression and great light in the eyes. Wonderfully done. Congratulations! #10439244

Michele Peterson level-classic November 29, 2012

I love the expression, just so innocent and precious! Congratulations! #10439267

Nadia Paul November 29, 2012

Congratulations on your wonderful finalist Nikki! #10439273

Sherran Andersen level-classic November 29, 2012

Congrats Nikki. #10439285

Kimber Wallwork-Heineman level-classic November 29, 2012

Love the crop - lucky you had that lens on the camera - it really is perfect #10439316

Martha R. Mazon level-classic November 29, 2012

I'm so glad to see this stunning image selected as a Finalist, Nikki! #10439386

Stefania Barbier level-classic November 29, 2012

fantastic expression... congratulations Nikki! #10439580

Leslie McLain level-classic November 30, 2012

Congrats on a beautiful finalist, Nikki. #10440507

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic November 30, 2012

What a soulful image Nikki. Congrats on another beautiful finalist. #10440837

Lindley Johnson level-classic November 30, 2012

This is a wonderful portrait, Nikki, and a well-deserved finalist - congratulations! #10440852

Linda L. Ruiz November 30, 2012

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Phyllis H. Burchett November 30, 2012

Gorgeous portrait work Nikki, congrats! #10440933

Debra R. Harder November 30, 2012

Love, love, love this, Nikki! The expression is priceless. Huge congratulations on your BEAUTIFUL finalist! #10441508

Kay E. Mahoney level-classic November 30, 2012

Congratulations on your beautiful finalist, Nikki. #10441527

Marijana Fajgl November 30, 2012

Beautiful portrait, Nikki! Big congratulations! #10441836

Amanda D. Austwick level-classic November 30, 2012

Wonderful pose and tones! Congratulations on your well deserved Finalist! #10442089

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic November 30, 2012

Beautiful in every way, Nikki. Instant fave. This is going GOLD. Huge congrats. #10442109

Nancy L. Green level-classic November 30, 2012

CONGRATULATIONS Nikki on this wonderful finalist, WTG!!! <>< #10442111

Mitch Spence level-classic November 30, 2012

It's simply an aaaah image, Nikki. Yes, it is. Congratulations. #10442274

Bogdan Paluch December 02, 2012

Beautiful work Nikki. I like the composition and the mood. #10447117

Merna L. Nobile December 08, 2012

To my photo friend:
Look back with pride,
Look forward with excitement,
Enjoy the success of the day.
CONGRATULATIONS! Merna #10456112

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