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Girl in Black and White
Girl in Black and White
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Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Camera: Olympus E-520
Lens: Olympus 14-42mm f.3.5-5.6 ED Zuiko Digital Zoom
Galleries: Black and White, Children
Date Uploaded: Dec 1, 2009

Viewed: 230
Comments: 8
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 Imagine looking at the New York City streets through your viewfinder when out of nowhere this adorable young stranger runs toward you like you're her long lost uncle. No inhibitions, no reservations. I was crouched down so I was at eye level with her. Snap!

That's all there was to it. If you were concerned with how blurry it was or some other trifling technical matter, then you already missed it.

I first introduced this shot back in August, and it got good feedback. Maybe the short narrative I included then helps tell the story. Maybe it works better in black and white. I don't think any of it matters in the long run. Bottom line: This picture makes me happy and represents why I enjoy photography. Some felt it, and I guess others didn't. That's okay.

Thank you for ALL the comments.


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 12/07/2009 04:31:01 AM
My instinct too was to grab her and pull her back. You've done an excellent job of bringing that response out of all of us with what seems like such a simple photo.
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 12/05/2009 03:19:48 AM
Love the simplicity here.. yet still as others have said it does seem to tell a story. I like the b&w - nice tones and contrast.
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 12/04/2009 12:38:33 AM
Kind of scary. It's like the shadow is about to reach out and grab her.
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 12/03/2009 02:24:01 PM
Great capture, very well done!
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 12/02/2009 09:41:23 PM
I agree, this is quite ominous with the shadows. The protective mom in me wants to snatch her back away from the edge of the road!
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 12/02/2009 08:31:28 AM
Danger! The ominous shadows, the hint of a tire, a little girl alone. I hope she isn't crossing that street on her own!
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 12/02/2009 05:58:24 AM
Nice capture! Well done....
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 12/02/2009 03:49:20 AM
Great street photo. Composition is great, and the subject matter draws one it to wonder who this little girl is and what is she doing?
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