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Only the Outer Cover

© Sandy Powers

Only the Outer Cover

Uploaded: February 14, 2009

Description

This was taken at what they call the "Valentine's Day Massacre". A big festival put on by different motorcycle groups all over the state. One of them participates to raise funds for my sister's non-profit organization that uses horse therapy to improve the quality of life for autistic and disabled children. Most of the people look alot like this gentleman, but there are a lot of BIIIIIIIG compassionate hearts in that bunch of rough and tough teddy bears! And alot of people who are as rah-rah for Jesus as anyone (maybe more) that you'd see in most churches on Sunday morning. Like this fellow. I love that, and you know what? I think if Jesus walked the earth today, he would be deLIGHTED to hang out at the Valentine's Day Massacre with friends of his like this :)


Exif: F Number: 14, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/80 seconds, Flash: fired, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 250, White balance: Manual white balance, FocalLength: 99.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D

Comments

Gord MacEachern February 14, 2009

Great portrait Sandy,and I really liked the story with it! perfect combo,really well done.Happy V Day Sandy.
Gord, #1083993

Susan M. Campbell February 14, 2009

A terrific story to go with this fabulous shot. He looks like he has lots of character. Nice capture Sandy. #7166609

Michelle Alton February 15, 2009

Wonderful image, Sandy. And I agree with you wholeheartedly. I salute your sister too! #7166919

Jack Ryan February 15, 2009

An excellent and very interesting image with outstanding clarity and detail...well composed (or just "posed")...perfect title as well. #7167459

Kathleen Rinker February 15, 2009

Awesome image my friend, I always love those big teddy bears with the mushy hearts, they're the best, we have alot of them around here called the Hell's Angels!! #7168449

Ron McEwan February 15, 2009

Well done Sandy, yes if the cover made a difference most of us will be left outside the gate I am afraid. It is all about the inside. #7169293

Nina Shields February 16, 2009

Sandy, I love this great capture of personality and like you, I've found that most of them have hearts of gold; our annual motorcycle benefit for Memphis is always a huge success and I'm truly grateful to my new biker friends for making it all possible. Wonderful capture! #7171096

Melissa Olsen February 16, 2009

LOL Sandy...I see what you mean about the contrast POV of your little angel and this one. Perhaps you can find a flower making the transition a little easier...LOL
Now for this picture...as always your work is outstanding and you color and light are spot on. What an interesting character and I am sure that Jesus would have no trouble in hanging out with this soul.
Wondeful work! March is fast approaching and I am getting more and more excited. Please do let your hubby know that I am praying for his fast recovery! #7171797

Rajeev 270293 Kashyap February 17, 2009

Fabulous image Sandy! #7176062

Eivor Kuchta February 17, 2009

I think you're so right in your statement, that Jesus probably would hang out with them. The image itself is outstanding in every sense, perfect lighting, details and clarity. #7176390

Terri L. Scribner February 18, 2009

Outstanding image, Sandy!! A big thank you to your sister and these guys for their unique caring hearts!! Jesus does love us all! #7178878

Max Aureli February 18, 2009

WOW Sandy!!! Powerful subject and portrait!!! Fantastic image my friend!! #7181042

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic February 21, 2009

You can't judge a book by its cover!
Wonderful capture and narrative, Sandy!
~♥~Lisa #7191298

Laurence Saliba level-classic February 23, 2009

Lisa is so right!!! Fantastic portrait Sandy!!! #7195935

Ken Smith level-classic February 27, 2009

Excellent portrait, Sandy...and Jesus embraced all people...sadly, I'm sure many "church" people would gasp if he walked into their church..says alot about what's in the hearts of some people. Thanks for sharing this story! #7221562

Eugenio Diaz March 02, 2009

This one is fantastic! Wonderful shot.
AMAZING portrait!
Great Story together with it!
So well composed and presented!
I love all your shots...their real, human and evoque emotions and full of life!
Well done one more time! #7234241

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