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PotW April 22 2014

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PotW April 22 2014

Postby gstark on Tue Apr 22, 2014 5:26 pm

After an absence from the forum, PiroStitch has returned, and he's posted one image in particular that has caught my eye.

And my brain: there is something about this image which is almost haunting me; in some ways it's a bit disturbing, but in other ways I think it's a wonderful portrait, and a wonderful example of street photography.

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I'm wonderuing if a tad more sharpening might add some extra edge to this image, but it's already quite edgy as it is.

The original thread lives here.
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Re: PotW April 22 2014

Postby zafra52 on Tue Apr 22, 2014 7:58 pm

I liked the set, but the expression of the subject is what I liked most. Congratulations to the photographer and the selector for a good choice.
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Re: PotW April 22 2014

Postby ozimax on Tue Apr 22, 2014 8:18 pm

Congrats Piro. Have to agree with Mssr Stark; it is a haunting image, even depressing, but it's a good one. Well done.
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Re: PotW April 22 2014

Postby PiroStitch on Wed Apr 23, 2014 2:18 am

Wow! That's such a nice surprise. Thanks everyone and Gary for picking it.

There is a massive ageing population in Hong Kong. The stories these people could tell would be something since they've practically seen it all especially during WWII. The unfortunate side also is that most don't get the support they need particularly health care.
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Re: PotW April 22 2014

Postby Matt. K on Wed Apr 23, 2014 6:31 pm

I agree with all of the comments posted here. A worthy winner.
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Re: PotW April 22 2014

Postby biggerry on Mon Apr 28, 2014 12:11 am

bizarre and intriguing - great selection stark-man. Great shot piro and good to see you back.
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PotW April 22 2014

Postby chrisk on Mon Apr 28, 2014 9:46 am

Excellent choice and welcome back piro !


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