Break time
by toutoungi

Comment by streetpigeon:
What jumps out first are the smiles, the sense of playfulness and ease. I don't make out, though it's possible, undertones of hostility. As we in America come to an increased focus on the terrible consequences of a history of violence, oppression, fear and unkindness, I hope I correctly see this sparring as one more incident of normal, human interaction. The gentleman on the left seems to beckon us in. I'm not a pollyanna, though, and see this movement as a positive step on a long trek. Amidst all the visual clamor the bright white reflective stripes on the workmen's vests serve to establish a motif that introduces some order and a place for the eyes to rest. Black and white treatment also allows the background to resolve into a complex melange of shapes. Nicely seen.
Thank you.

Break time
by toutoungi

Comment by PennyStreet:
Ha! Great catch! I wonder about the no masks, but enjoy the smiles. The b/w conversion is excellent.

British summer
by toutoungi

Comment by spencelg:
I love those boots.

Through the smoke
by toutoungi

Comment by willem:
Great atmosphere and dynamic approach. Would be even better if the source of the smoke was less obvious, just outside view.

Pinch of orange
by toutoungi

Comment by primabarbara:
Lovely portrait, very well lit. I would have seen that on the front page

Pinch of orange
by toutoungi

Comment by tnun:
moving.

Pinch of orange
by toutoungi

Comment by MaryO:
Lovely portrait. The low light makes it feel dramatic and serious.

Through the lines
by toutoungi

Comment by spencelg:
Neat point of view.

Pinch of orange
by toutoungi

Comment by SandyP:
Awww... I love this! I love photographing ducks, but I've never tried in very low light. You did an exquisite job!

Pinch of orange
by toutoungi

Comment by spencelg:
I think the lighting works just right here to highlight the beak.