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Chali90 — A Small Measure of Peace
Published: 2009-09-28 14:41:59 +0000 UTC; Views: 3729; Favourites: 121; Downloads: 12
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An artisitc interpretation by ~virgin-ronin
"The subjects are very interesting; on one side an old tree, and on the other an old man. Both have seen many years of life, the tree more of course. But to me the composition is the brilliant part: the curve of the tree and the man's slumped posture with his feet sticking slight upwards, creates such smooth flow from one to the other, it draws the viewer's attention in a circular motion. A cycle of life perhaps; the man bows to the tree, recognizing nature outlasts all things human. At the same time, the tree recognizes a new generation will come along, for nature to invite into its wonders."
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Photo taken at San Anton Gardens, Malta.
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Hello, I've featured you here [link] Hope it's ok
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The subjects are very interesting; on one side an old tree, and on the other an old man. Both have seen MANY years of life, the tree more of course 
Initially, I was going to comment merely to ask if you chose the title based on the Last Samurai soundtrack, in which the last track shares the name. But I believe in thoughtful comments, and I discovered far more than I expected. Bravo!
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I would like to thank toy for your comment. It sheds light and defines a concept that words alone cannot describe (hence the photo 
I like the symbolism and the symbiosis between nature and humanity! Quite an interesting point in fact.
Thx again and have a good day!
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The sidewalk is kind of blown out, but it works for this photo especially how the man and the tree are in great contrast. Nice shot.
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WOW.....this is perfect... him being all silhouetted, and the light and everything omgosh its ah-may-zing
well done!
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Very nice composition and shadow/light contrast; i could look at it for hours and still feel captivated by this shot; love the man's pose and the background.
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Thx, I'm glad you like it!
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You've been featured!
Check it out here [link]
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Thx, I'm glad you like my photography!
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excellent reverse light, good composition and well balanced photo- good job.
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this is really nice. good composition, with the man framed nicely with the dark area. one thing i noticed is, the highlights could be a bit better. i mean it's good to overexpose it, but i think it would've been nice if it was stopped down a bit. but either way still very nice!
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Yes, I may have gone a bit overboard with the colour tonality but I'm glad you like it!
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oh, great one. I love b/w and silhouettes and this is a pretty good combination. Well done!
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Siluette, I love this kind of composition, and it fits in to the environment. Was it a planned picture, or was it just there in the right moment?
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Thanks.
Quite spontaneous in fact. The man was sleeping and I was strolling by with my camera in San Anton Gardens, Malta.
My best photo to date
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Indeed. I at first was quite uncomftrable taking pictures of strangers, but now Im quite used to it O=
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Personally I dont really like the washed out part, but on the other hand it makes an excellent contrast with the silhouette man. So I have to say its excellent in a way. really good photo, that puts an emphasis on the man ! keep it up
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This piece is featured in my journal this week, [link]
/rob
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