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Mighty
Mighty
ShannonLee


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Challenge: Best of 2006 (Advanced Editing V*)
Camera: Canon EOS-350D Rebel XT
Lens: Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 II
Location: san diego,ca
Date: Aug 18, 2006
Aperture: 1
ISO: 1
Shutter: 1
Galleries: Emotive, Candid
Date Uploaded: Jan 5, 2007

I cried when I saw this young man on the beach. He was doing his very best to make it through the sand, but was struggling. I was glad I was able to capture a smile. I think he was an angel... who's courage was meant to inspire us all.............

my heart grows wings and tears swell up everytime i look at this photo. it inspires me to be the very best i can be and to always believe in angels.

this photo is very close to my heart and in submitting it for a challenge i hope for nothing more than his courage and smile to be spread abundantly :)

Statistics
Place: 205 out of 712
Avg (all users): 6.1458
Avg (commenters): 7.8780
Avg (participants): 6.0695
Avg (non-participants): 6.3810
Views since voting: 2404
Views during voting: 584
Votes: 343
Comments: 53
Favorites: 26 (view)


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02/03/2009 02:45:54 AM
probably one of the most underrated entries ever, 205th place, you have got to be kidding.
08/05/2007 05:38:02 PM
I can't believe this is not in my fav's I know I gave it a 10.

My wife looks after children with disabilities so I wanted to show her this image but I couldn't find it in my fav's...... shame on me.

As I said in my comments "brilliant" is what this image is.
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08/02/2007 05:03:44 PM
I can't believe I have yet to fav this shot! One sweet inspiring pic! Very well done and a 6.14 is just plain rediculous on a shot like this. The composition and subject are wonderful and the color tones etc. are also pleasing. So well done!
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01/26/2007 08:54:30 PM
Congratulations on a great finish! I am adding this on my favorites list. Great capture of a moving photo Shannon!
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01/26/2007 08:00:08 PM
I absolutely love this "emotive" image. so very much Shannon. Yes, it also brings tears to my eyes as well.
You are also an angel, IMO, for capturing this beautiful inspiring photo, for us all to see, and share.
Thank you so very much sweet girl, and both you and I, have a kindred spirit, thats for sure.
I am amazed at your thoughtfulness, and kind heart, to actually be inspired with the magic you have, behind that camera of yours.

Message edited by author 2007-01-26 20:01:15.
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01/26/2007 04:22:30 PM
Originally posted by yanko:

This was in my top three. Such a great pic and you managed to get a comment from Langdon!


Ditto ;)
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01/26/2007 04:29:02 AM
This was in my top three. Such a great pic and you managed to get a comment from Langdon!
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
01/25/2007 11:52:01 PM
Wow! This is a very powerful shot. I can feel his determination. This is definitely a photo to be proud of.
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01/25/2007 11:41:36 PM
Awesome, I loved this when I saw it before.
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01/25/2007 11:21:20 PM
One of my favorites of this challenge. So much emotion in this photo, and so much effort. Great title, too.
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01/25/2007 06:26:56 PM
a great choice from your gallery!!! Ten all the way from me, its an inspiration.
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01/25/2007 06:45:50 AM
Interesting 'retro' processing. Highlights seem a bit harsh on the water though.
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01/25/2007 05:47:00 AM
Very special.
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01/25/2007 03:24:36 AM
This tells a beautiful story, I love it so much, and I hope it does well.....
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01/24/2007 11:57:51 PM
easily one of the most inspiring images on the site. i'm so glad you entered in, as now, it will be part of the dpc permanent record. even though i'm not a huge fan of how you processed it, the underlying message is so strong that you really couldn't mess it up if you tried.
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01/24/2007 08:58:18 PM
Great shot Shanny, I love this one.
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01/24/2007 08:15:23 PM
This shot is already in my faves! i love it....so touching! i hope you ribbon! 10
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01/23/2007 07:00:57 PM
Brilliant
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01/23/2007 04:03:49 PM
This looks like a painting. It could be an inspirational poster.
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01/23/2007 03:04:26 AM
Very powerful image. I like the "washed out" look because it seems to me to fit the subject matter. Great title as well.
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01/22/2007 06:06:17 PM
Excellent choice for your Best of.
Wonderful study of life and the power of the human soul.
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01/22/2007 02:27:32 PM
I remember seeing this posted for discussion in the threads last year and the story behind the photo. What an emotional tale is portrayed from this one single photo. Even without having read the story, this photo would speak volumes to me.
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01/21/2007 07:30:23 PM
This is very inspirational, like a photograph should be. Good luck!
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01/21/2007 05:34:47 AM
Hey shannylee - great choice for the "Best of"! This is indeed an unforgettable shot.
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01/20/2007 09:13:45 PM
This is such a unique photo and strong message.
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01/19/2007 08:21:32 PM
What a moving photo!
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01/19/2007 08:16:20 PM
I remember seeing this shot, and also reading the accompanying story behind it which obviously benefits me over other people who haven't read it.
Purely on the photograph though and the perfectly timed nature of this candid i'd give it a strong 8.
Well done.
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01/19/2007 05:53:12 PM
I hope you rock the challenge with this picture. Its already in my favs and its realism and depth of emotion separates it from the pack.
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01/18/2007 07:11:21 PM
powerful image, water in upper right a bit overexposed. Perhaps clone in a sky?
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01/18/2007 02:38:07 PM
This is awesome! What a moment. Good to see this little guy enjoying himself. Well done!
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01/18/2007 03:53:39 AM
I am making an assumption here and guessing that this young man has Cerebral Palsy. Reguardless of what his condition is - it truly is mighty for him to be out and about on the beach with his walker. Hard packed land can be hard enough. - As for the technical merrit I think this photo would be better served taken later in the day so that there is not so much glare off of the ocean. Give this kid a big old congrats from me! I think its awesome!

Message edited by author 2007-01-26 02:26:06.
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01/15/2007 06:53:35 PM
words fail me....10
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01/14/2007 11:03:02 PM
Definitely one of the year's best and it would get a ribbon if I was choosing. Good luck.
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01/14/2007 05:23:06 PM
Yes, mighty. Power of the subject is captivating. Also, the color in the wave on the left is beautiful. 6
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01/14/2007 05:04:53 PM
The appearance of overexposure works well for this composition!
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01/14/2007 01:22:43 AM
whoa.

technically rubbish - but sometimes it's less about handling your camera perfect & just hitting the bullseye with a solid, evocative image.

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01/13/2007 01:29:53 PM
What a wonderful capture of strength and fortitude!!
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01/13/2007 12:31:49 PM
powerful image. Good luck!
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01/13/2007 10:26:00 AM
Amazing image, great color
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01/13/2007 09:29:01 AM
Inspiring shot. I can see he will go far in life with that determination. Give that young man a 10+.
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01/12/2007 09:37:07 PM
a wise choice...and again thanks...
this shot has substance, and that is worth more than all the ribbons put together...
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01/12/2007 07:40:39 PM
This would be very effective if it weren't quite so centred.
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01/12/2007 06:25:16 PM
Highlights seem a bit blown
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01/12/2007 04:07:06 PM
A beautiful and moving image :o)
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01/12/2007 03:37:32 PM
What strength and determination, very motivating!
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01/12/2007 01:43:37 PM
seen this one before. Nice shot. a little on the bright side. Some levels adjustment would help a lot.
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01/12/2007 01:35:49 PM
i know how hard it is to push a walker in the sand! go buddy!
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01/12/2007 11:29:06 AM
Powerful and determined. I remember this one. Super!!
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01/12/2007 10:12:05 AM
awwwwwwwwwwww, sweet shot.
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01/12/2007 09:46:22 AM
strong.
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01/12/2007 07:55:43 AM
I love the BG colors 8
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01/12/2007 07:49:50 AM
shannon,
I seriously find it hard to say anything about this image.
All I can say is take insurance out on your vision because it is priceless.
10
nick
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01/12/2007 05:04:21 AM
this photo reminds me of this poem.

the colours in the water are prettyful.
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