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Onyx's "Tattoo"

© Michelle Alton

Onyx's "Tattoo"

Uploaded: August 05, 2013

Description


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Onyx is about 3 years of age. He lives in urban Philadelphia. I see him playing outdoors several times each week. I have never seen him smile, though he cries often.
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Along with several half-siblings and two foster children (he is the youngest), he is being raised by his single grandmother. The years ahead will not be easy for him.
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Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/250 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 640, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 55.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Comments

Michelle Alton August 05, 2013 0

A black and white version. #1539103

Colette M. Metcalf August 05, 2013 0

Very sweet, Michelle!! #10796476

MELODIE C. ROBERTS August 05, 2013 0

Ba dump
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Ba dump #10796488

Mary K. Robison August 05, 2013 0

A beautiful child who never smiles? Heartbreaking portrait and story, Michelle. #10796547

R. J. Laudenbacher level-classic August 05, 2013 0

His eyes tell the story Michelle and it captures you and brings you right in. Wonderful...wonderful portrait! #10796599

Anita Hogue August 05, 2013 0

He does have beautiful but sad eyes. A beautiful capture! #10796624

William C. Raco level-classic August 05, 2013 0

Love the soulful look in his eyes
Excellent, as always, Michelle #10796664

Ujjwal Mukherjee August 05, 2013 0

William said exactly what came to my mind after seeing the image, excellent capture.Michelle!! #10796704

Carol L. Fowler August 06, 2013 0

Wonderful but sad portrait #10797341

Jill Odice level-classic August 06, 2013 0

Those eyes are heartbreaking...Beautiful child and a lovely portrait! Make print for his Grandma... #10797757

Leslie McLain level-classic August 06, 2013 0

Beautiful portrait, but a very sad story, Michelle. #10798341

Ermanno Radice August 07, 2013 0

Wonderful portrait, love the colors and details! #10799270

Emile Abbott level-classic August 07, 2013 0

Sad story and all kids that age need to be laughing, smiling and playing. Maybe some day!!! Emotional capture Michelle. #10799699

Guy D. Biechele level-classic August 08, 2013 0

Very sensitive and compelling portrait. You two really have a connection here. Impressive work, Michelle. #10800691

Daniella Puente August 10, 2013 0

Such a strong look in that eyes, I hope things goes fine for him... #10803247

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