Photographer's Note
It was a bright and sunny afternoon on the banks of River Hoogly, I had a train to catch and the sun just wouldn’t relent. But these two went about their lives like they would have on any other day whether someone like me sat there or not. I liked the sculpture like moments that they presented as one scrubbed and washed and other simply seemed to watch him. Haven’t tried people at this scale for a long long time…but then I decided to share this one simply because it’s a break from what I generally do.
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albertojr
(738) 2009-03-30 23:13
excellent shot in hard light, i like the ripple effect of the shadow in the ware Aadiil. very nice shot.
Greetings
Jon
ManuMay
(36447) 2009-03-30 23:16
Hello my friend!!
Under my point of view this is modern, simple but effective, very well composed, a nice and clever capture with a very special light treatment that fits well giving an special condition to the capture, and to finish... your elegant frame... Good!!
Have a very nice week...and thanks for another of your gifts!!
Best wishes
Manuel
daddo
(28748) 2009-03-30 23:17
Salam dear Aadiil. Neighbours today.Me with elegant columns, you with lithe humans. Beautiful honeyed tones, dramatic contrasts and a fine composition. A special moment "frozen" in the heat. Regards. Klaudio.
phwall
(6787) 2009-03-30 23:33
Hi Aadiil,
I agree with you, the sculpture like moment makes for an attractive frame. The light is also fantastic, almost silhouette but not quite, just the scant details of each of the bodies.
Lovely presentation of life in India, an ongoing tradition.
Warm regards
Peter
barrufeto_77
(28888) 2009-03-30 23:36
Hi Aadiil.
Nice, nice moment. This kind of daily-life pictures I really love because are not easy to take.
Excellent light too!
Rgs, Oscar
saxo042
(38078) 2009-03-30 23:38
Hi Aadiil,
This is definitely "a break from what you usually do", and maybe you could do this more often as this is a very good study of human life here! The composition is simple but very artistic. A great shot!
Kind regards
Gunnar
Morac
(27725) 2009-03-30 23:40
Hello Aadiil,
This work with the shadows is excellent.
The lights are soft and shadows perfectly designed.
Regards
Marc
Floydian
(30970) 2009-03-30 23:58
Hi Aadiil,
Typical you to brings something like this, hard to miss between all other images. The strong light brings almost silhouetts, but other things like the reflecting man in the water and the pose of the man in front add also great interest. A strong image taking with a great timing and pose...really good work.
Regards,
Henk
delnaja
(2056) 2009-03-31 0:01 [Comment]
Waylim
(25436) 2009-03-31 0:11
Aadiil,
Very beautiful and artistic shot, very nice moment. the backlight give almost the silhouette feel to the boy and man, yet still enough details for some definition of the body. the light reflecting in the river is really mesmerizing. Truly inpirational. A lovely daily life image and is forever as time. Thanks
Way
KevRyan
(22956) 2009-03-31 0:15
A delightful minimalist shot catching the moment of movement and attitude of the bathers so well - the lighting challenge is well realised too - very nicely composed!
best wishes Kev
besnard
(59196) 2009-03-31 0:20
Bonjour Aadiil
Une superbe composition. Le contre-jour donne des couleurs très douces. Merci de nous faire partager un moment de cette vie quotidienne.
Nicole
ninaL
(21348) 2009-03-31 0:27
Bodies, water, sun and light : all is here.
Minimalistic but very attractive work.
Best regards. Grazyna.
g_panakia
(4031) 2009-03-31 1:21
goodmorning aadiil,
i love the minimal concept of this shot
nice silhouettes and very good use of light!
have a beautiful day
georgia
Cricri
(176) 2009-03-31 1:24
Hi Aadiil
Un côté intimiste de ces silhouettes en contre jour, j'aime les reflets et la couleurs douce de l'eau, grand et beau moment
Good day for you
cricri
Budapestman
(82620) 2009-03-31 1:26
Hi Aadiil,
The composition and the lights provide special mood to the photo. The silhouettes are superb, you managed to take the essence of the topic. Beautiful shot.Congratulations. Have a nice day!
George
baclama
(19214) 2009-03-31 1:26
bonjour,
un tres beau contre jour aux couleurs dorées où regne calme et serenité...
tres reussi à mon gout
vero
judesta
(1006) 2009-03-31 1:42
Hi Aadiil
I like that they are both engrossed in doing their own thing. Lovely silhouette and placement of the subjects. The movement in the water and rippled reflection is a nice contrast to the smooth pastel yellow of the water. TFS
Cheers
Jude
sayeed_rahman
(6461) 2009-03-31 1:45
Aha Aadil..people..and you in calcutta..thats just great..are you still here..we could catch up..
The monument shots are just a treat..have missed alot of it..very good shot this..personally would have gone only for the silhouettes of the two men...guess you have a lot on calcutta..am glad to back on TE..[ i have alot of people shots this time ] :))
tc
Sayeed
mauro61
(53411) 2009-03-31 2:14
ciao Aadiil,
un capolavoro questa foto!!
Le sagome che si stagliano contro il giallo delle acque danno l'idea di un tempo passato, lontano da noi.
un'ottima composizione dall'eccellente inquadratura, bravissimo.
un caro saluto
maurizio
specialist
(1181) 2009-03-31 2:14
selam Aadill,
great composition with very clean and spare and effective use of camera on behalf of photography. I do appreciate your minimalist approach to your subject matters and really enjoy looking at your shots. my compliments,
kurtul
syrus_persia
(2270) 2009-03-31 2:48
Salam Aadiil khan
I like the glow in the water with tones leading to warm yellow in the foreground.The nice portrait.
Bravo
Regards,
cyrus
gilou530
(34) 2009-03-31 2:58
salut aadiil
quel magnifique contrejour avec des teintes superbes qui tirent au sépia, un excellent travail
amitiés
gilbert
siamesa
(28231) 2009-03-31 2:59
Good morning Aadiil
I always expect something intelligent from your pictures. This one is very interesting and very well done. Excellent pov and colour. TFS
Regards
Maria
BennyV
(34746) 2009-03-31 5:17
Hello Aadiil,
A rare picture with people in it and a totally different style. Gone are the bright and bold colours, here come almost minimalist silhouettes. And guess what...I like this too!
Benny
michelloupis
(0) 2009-03-31 6:07
Hello my friend,
A simple scene. Let me correct. An amazing beautiful simple scene with the most sublime lightness. Perfect frame.
Simply great! Thanks.
Regards
n.
bostankorkulugu
(42866) 2009-03-31 7:27
yeah i watch them washing with the golden light... simple yet so effective aadiil... my compliments... korkut
Wanda1
(15142) 2009-03-31 9:38
Hi Aadil,
Even though it is not your usual kind of image, you have still found the special light that you have an eye for. Nice golden tones and a good daily life scene with them unaware of your presence it seems. Also nice with one guy in the forground and one further away, good for the composition.
Regards
Wanda
Graal
(103040) 2009-03-31 9:59
Hi Aadiil,
nice scene and scenery, good shot under light. I like the silhuettes and reflections of men. Well done photo.
Gr., Aleksander
cobra112
(15589) 2009-03-31 11:12
Hi Aadiil. Outside your usually architecture taken also you're a great photographer and a real artist. Excellent backlighting and amazing atmosphere.
Roberto
avene
(12675) 2009-03-31 11:37
hello Aadiil,
I absolutely agree with your comparison of this moment with sculptures, and showing just the dark silhouettes certainly emphasise this feeling. excellent work, my compliments.
best,
Kristine
xavshot
(69835) 2009-03-31 11:53
Bonsoir Aadiil
très belle gestion de la forte lumière ici. Les silhouettes se détachent bien et donnent une très belle photo.
Xavier
Nolme
(6829) 2009-03-31 12:29
belle atmosphère dans cette image. La quiétude est présente. Le calme !
Image bien composée avec ces deux hommes en perspective.
marie
belido
(19934) 2009-03-31 13:01
Hi Aadiil,
a great play with the silhouettes. Indeed a pleasant seen. There is some poetry in this shot...lovely one!
Regards,
Carlos
ciakgiak
(30) 2009-03-31 13:37
Hello Aadiil,
I like a lot this picture so different from usually yours. Splendid silhouttes of this men washing on the river, well done and elegantly framed.
A dear hug
Giorgio
Bartleby
(13552) 2009-03-31 13:45
Hi Aadiil,
the light is incredible here and I like this "double portrait" composition. The two silhouettes echoing each other...A break maybe but a good one if you ask me.
Philippe
emka
(157280) 2009-03-31 15:20
Hi Aadilj, Interesting scene and very fine shot. I like here the colour and the silhouttes of the men. Very nice composition.
Regards
Malgorzata
vmf-214
(1648) 2009-03-31 20:21
Hi Aadiil,
Good POV and a great capture in the harsh light conditions, Nice shadows on the water and a great job Aadiil.
Best regards
Jason.
jusninasirun
(17529) 2009-03-31 21:18
Hi AAdiil,
Nice shot in tall frame with the reflection of the wash. Some details is well seen against harsh back lighting. You have controlled the exposure well in this well timed shot.
Regards,
Jusni
banaei_nikon
(755) 2009-04-01 0:39
Hi Aadiil,
I agree with you, the sculpture like moment makes for an attractive frame. The light is also fantastic, almost silhouette but not quite, just the scant details of each of the bodies.
Good composition with two silhouettes..
Good frame..
**MAB**
Jonathan_Tree
(0) 2009-04-01 2:08
Hi Aadiil!
Very interesting scene. Good minimalistic composition.
Cordially!
carper
(96) 2009-04-01 3:56
marvelous shot here,
fantastic backlight composition, the composition is great and the photo is well taken. good one, have a nice day.
regard jaap
Nicou
(193806) 2009-04-01 5:29
Hello,
mangigique compo, cet deux homme en train de se laver, quelle doucuer, quel effet, de toute beauté.
bravo et amitié
Nicou
BeBeHooker
(0) 2009-04-01 10:21
Hi Aadiil!
Very sophisticated art work. Nice shot. Very nice frame.
Cheers!
dilane
(861) 2009-04-01 10:24
J'aime ici la douceur qui se dégage de la photo - son traitement, le choix de la couleur dominante - bon travail - et originalité de la présentation - congratulations -
dilane
amaryllis
(37047) 2009-04-01 13:43
Bonjour
cette lumière foncée que tu as choisie est superbe avec ces deux silhouettes qui prennent un bon moment dans l'eau;
une personne a plutôt l'air pensive et l'autre se lavant
bonne attitude et capture de ces silhouettes
juliette
paololg
(31448) 2009-04-01 15:26
Ciao dear Aadiil,
stupendous silhouette of these two men pleasantly enriched by the reflexes on the water. An image that inspires spirituality. Very beautiful!
Ciao, have a nice day!
Paolo
josevescovi
(1750) 2009-04-01 17:05 [Comment]
edytungkal
(4551) 2009-04-01 18:46
Yes sometime from simples subjects we can create a nice picture, playing with the harsh light, added some contrast and the old man shadow adds point to the picture. Simple nice shot Aadiil....thanks
daniel
vapours
(8264) 2009-04-02 0:25
Love the silver touch of the water Aadiil, a sense of magic portrayed from the water through that and the light as well.
Cretense
(68709) 2009-04-02 4:12
Hello Aadiil!
Outstanding piece of photography, a very artistic aproach to a daily life scene! simple but very well "studied" framing and composition, fantastic, "bold" light managment! Congratulations!
Hercules
AiresSantos
(56155) 2009-04-02 6:58
Hi Aadiil
Fantastic composition with the men in the water. Amazing light and reflections
TFS and greetings
Aires
baba_flies
(8829) 2009-04-02 8:11
Hello Aadiil! Oh yes they have TIME :))) why on earth were you in a rush ... Just kidding ... I am always too but they have chosen a different life style. Yes it has something of a sculpture, the man in front reminds me of Alberto Giacometti's work, hard to compare but sometimes some things remind you of something. Your work stands clearly out and each photo is pure pleasure to open. This one is just a continuation, wonderful, dreamlike, another world. Love the yellow tone in your picture, it has something eternal. Excellent, I keep on saying the same thing ... I hope I am not too boring ... Barbara.
CLODO
(45116) 2009-04-02 12:03
Very aesthetic and simple picture, but we all understand what you want to tell us.
hats off
CLODO
azaf1
(15931) 2009-04-02 13:36
Good evening Aadiil
This is certainly very different but equally impressive composition from what you have been posting in your gallery. A nice and very dramatic duotone foto, a great play of shadows in a perfectly balanced and well conceived frame. It's really nice for sure
Have a good evening and TFS
Argiris
mikolaj_kawa
(0) 2009-04-03 1:41
Hello Aadiil! Very mysteriousn scene, mysterious men. Good capture. Original art work. Nice frame. Good luck!
skippy007
(12510) 2009-04-03 2:04
Hello Aadiil, It is as you said something out of the ordinary for you but it still shows your professionalism in composition & image quality, the two almost silhouetted figures gives a little look at some aspects life in India.
Thank you
Regards
Santo
rodgerg
(55767) 2009-04-03 3:10
Hello Aadilj,
A very minimalist, very impressive and very nice composition with a very beautiful harmony in the colours and a good balance in the composition with the two silhoeuts well ;ocated in the image.
Best regards,
Roger
Photo65Net
(43144) 2009-04-03 3:28
Hello Aadiil,
Nice backlit picture.
I like a lot the mood you created, great job,
Have a nice day,
JB.
Charo
(51290) 2009-04-03 16:05
Hello Aadiil,
Superb backlight, excellent composition and a light fantastic. Beautiful work.
Good weekend.
Best regards,
Charo
maltese
(22909) 2009-04-03 23:23
Hello Aadiil
Une superbe lumière pour ce moment plein de calme. une très belle compo pour cette belle réussite.
UN très bon travail
Amicalement
Hervé
kschanna
(6) 2009-04-04 4:32
Janab!
This is not photography, this is art...and with your quirly title, its complete.
Thanks for sharing
Kamran
Philippe
(11836) 2009-04-04 7:46
Hi, Aadil. A very special light which lakes your image look like a sepia picture. The two men stand in a nice diagonal line and the reflection of the further one draws the attention to the one who is having a wash. Good idea to include the small triangle of ground in the foreground to add some contrast.
Have a nice weekend,
Philippe
toto
(0) 2009-04-05 7:51
Bonjour,
belle photo de ces hommes qui dans cette eau se lavent, peut etre même le corp et l' esprit.
Joli effet de cette lumière forte.
Amitiés Thomas
stego
(24132) 2009-04-05 9:35
Hi Aadiil,
Great sense of opportunity, the silhouettes make a gracious compo. It's a punchy image that makes clever use of the challenging light situation.
I am not sure if it makes much sense, but I can't help feeling that a crop on the right side would improve the balance, although I don't find it unbalanced.
Regards, José.
Colombiana
(2957) 2009-04-05 18:50
Hello Aadiil,
A daily life scene with great light, tones and frame. Very well balanced image with a great with play of shadows.
Regards,
Maryori
patdeph
(35750) 2009-04-05 22:34
namaste Aadiil
I like the soft golden colours and the backlight has given some almost black silhouettes in a beautiful pose!I like the reflection of the second man and the little triangle of sand you have included in the foreground!A daily life scene shot in a very beautiful way!
Regards
Pascale
lousat
(138623) 2009-04-06 9:02
Hi Aadiil,you change style today but the result is always a top class pic,you manage very well this backlight playing very well whit the shadows,many many thanks to shoe us this beauty,have a nice day,Luciano
JCG
(35153) 2009-04-06 11:21
Hi Aadiil,
A simple picture but the light is very well managed providing an excellent backlight on these two men. The reflection is great and I love your framing. Well done Aadiil.
With all my friendships and soon,
Jean-Charles
Benedict
(7076) 2009-04-06 11:42
hi aadil,
like the pastel/light colors. this can only be achieved i am sure from one with the experience, eg an amazing result rom hard light shoot. i also like to say tyhat the framing suits well here.
Benedict
MLINES
(12516) 2009-04-06 16:24
Hi Aadiil, This is very much unmistakable India! Good backlight, making it very surreal. Good work. TFS. Murray.
loves_summer
(1310) 2009-04-06 16:49
Hi Aadiil,
This really is different from your previous shots, but I think it's great. I love the play on shadow and light, and the close crop suits the photo well. It is almost like these men are silhouettes and I love the golden brown tones of the bank and water.
Thanks for sharing!
sweet_universe
(1697) 2009-04-08 15:25
Ciao!
Really a superb shot. I like it very very much.
A masterwork.
Thanks for your precious comments.
Marco
delkoo
(68) 2009-04-09 2:52
hi aadiil
what lovely photo, this is absolutely great shot, with a special light bathing !! the scene. Excellent composition and perfect moment to capture such place and such scene.
i would have loved to be the one who had taken it
didier
sevy
(58) 2009-04-09 3:59
Hello Aadiil,
I like the simplicity of this shot with the point of view against the light drawing the silhouette of the men.
Simple but really efficient,
Yves.
Angshu
(56760) 2009-04-14 4:26
Hello Aadiil
This shot does not 'smell' Kolkata as your earlier shot. Good neat crop & colour treatment, allowing us to concentrate on the guy having a wash. yes, something very different from you, but well realised
Regards from Mumbai
Angshu
gunbud
(34066) 2009-04-14 5:24
Hi Aadiil,
Very peaceful scene with a lovely reflection of the two silhouetted bathers.
The colors here are very special conveying a most tranquil feel.
Regards, Tom
delpeoples
(60342) 2009-04-15 2:12
Hi Aadil, I like this Daily Life Shot. It is simple and elegant. The use of the vertical complements beautifully the standing figures in the river and I like how you have them almost in sillhouette. An excellent shot, TFS, Lisa.
charlotte_iona
(1111) 2009-04-15 4:58
Your photographs are consistently brilliant and striking in their simplicity. Nice soft tones with great contrast.
tomescuc
(3291) 2009-04-15 13:00
Superb tones, beautiful and simple composition. A visual haiku, my friend.
cheers,
Cristian
Elaine_Blath
(8471) 2009-04-21 6:22
Hi AAdiil,
this is fantastic photo, the composition is well chosen and the light tones stress very well two people...well done!!
Have a nice day,
Ivana
marietom
(34611) 2009-04-24 3:13
hello Aadiil,
Wonderful composition, unusual in your gallery. I like this beautiful light.
Bonne journée
Marie
paura
(25802) 2009-05-01 4:15
Aadiil,
Very interesting lighting management in your well composed photography. Well done!
Regards
Paulo
andante
(7092) 2009-05-01 15:13
My friend, you have an amazing eye... to be able to create a great photo from an ordinary everyday scene such as this one requires a lot of talent... and you have pulled it off. KUDOS!!!
azizbilgili
(2111) 2009-05-08 0:30
Hi Aadiil,
The lights are soft and shadows perfectly designed.
This work with the shadows is excellent...
TFS
pablominto
(53746) 2009-07-02 7:18
Hello Aadiil,
This is also an elegant composition, in spite the motif is different from the usual!
The composition has a strong impact thanks to the simplicity and heavy contrast...
Greetings,
Pablo -
rigoletto
(34279) 2009-07-09 13:30
So simple, so thoughtful, so elegant and artistic. I would say, the best photo i saw today, or even this week. It is happy to see that such artwork gathers so much attention these days on TE. See, it doesn't even have any blue sky or green trees in it :P
Kind regards,
Deniz
alvaraalto
(42804) 2009-09-02 12:29
Hi Aadiil,
Excellent backlight composition. It is almost a perfect bi-coloured image. I like the silhouettes of two men. They look like two bronze sculptures.
Groet Rob
burraburra
(1219) 2009-10-03 20:17
Hello Addiil,
I liked this shot in thumbnail; love it more when opened. There is something very mesmerising about your photograph. Great use of verticle. It is a very serene composition.
Regards,
Graham.
embryss
(110) 2009-11-01 2:57
Hello Aadiil,
Nice composition. Excellent light management. The elegant pose of the man in front contrasts with the pose of the second man. The 2 different poses make this
picture still stronger. Interesting scene.
Kind regards,
Marcel
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