African Queen

© Wayne Nolting

African Queen

Uploaded: November 25, 2005

Description

This beautiful African performer had my attention and I had hers. Once she saw me shooting, she played up to my camera and I was in photography heaven for a few minutes. Her graceful moves and facial expressions were full of emotion and she did not speak a word as part of her performance. Since her performance was centered around her moves and feelings, it was not possible to find out which country she was from. She had a fascinated audience including kids.

Comments

Milan Banik November 25, 2005

good portrait #349536

Mary Timman November 25, 2005

Fasinating portrait! You really captured every detail of her. Great shot! #2118791

Wayne Nolting November 25, 2005

Thank you too Mary. You response must have come just as I was responding to Milan. She was the highlight of my short vacation. I'm glad I had my camera. #2118945

Guy D. Biechele level-classic November 25, 2005

Unique and enchanting portrait. Wonderful capture! #2119646

Pat Gamwell November 25, 2005

Oh, my goodness, Wayne! I know just how you feel! The exciting moment of the capture & then when you realize you actually GOT it & it was GOOD...ahhh, well, there's nothing like it! EXCELLENT, SUPERB, gorgeous colors, wonderful framing! #2119753

Wayne Nolting November 25, 2005

Thanks so much Guy and Pat. the artificial foliage was actually part of her costume. I wish I could send this picture to her. #2120014

Keith L. Clayton June 13, 2006

Cool shot! #2892088

Wayne Nolting June 13, 2006

Thanks Keith. It's definitely a keeper. #2892126

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