… about nothing in particular, because "Candid photography is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're gonna get". Photography by Lignum Draco, "The Wood Dragon" since 2013.
Thank you very much. Manual focus and only one chance to get the shot whilst I was walking down the corridor. His posture and expression seemed so peaceful in that instant.
Great shot (as all your candid photos are), especially if, as you say, it was snapped while walking past. BTW did you see the T Rex menacing commuters in Martin Place this morning (28/08)? I was hoping you were around somewhere with your Leica!
Thanks. Many of my candids are taken whilst walking; the value of a manual focus lens. I get less attention from my subjects and better candid shots that way. 🙂
Regarding the t rex, I would liked to have seen that but I haven’t been in the city for several days now.
I hold my breath and watch your fine work. This one gives me goosepimples. You’re not a good photographer, but also an excellent storyteller. Well done.
I used to think that old people were patient, cause they really don’t have anywhere to go, but when I go to a doctors’ for example, I can see them impatient and nagging and bossy while having to wait as the rest of us, and then when they are over with their exam, they just hang out in the waiting room chatting with other people. This one looks very well behaved and absorbed in his thoughts. I like him, and I love your shot!
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This is lovely! Old man patiently waiting. A very nice shot 🙂
Thank you very much. 🙂
wonder what is he waiting for?
So many possible explanations. I’ll leave that to your imagination. 🙂
Great shot! Makes you wonder about the story behind…
Thank you. So many possible stories.
I wonder what’s on his mind. He seemed so far away…
He does seems very contemplative. Perhaps thinking about life and …
I LOVE the way his face shows up in sparkling detail, up-close and personal. Great.
Patti
Thank you very much. He seems very much lost in thought and his hand posture is interesting.
Great photo!
Thank you very much.
Wonderful shot, such great atmosphere!
Thanks very much. He just seems to be so completely lost in thought.
Yes, and you captured it so well!
Very kind of you to say so.
What a great capture.
Many thanks. He has such a detailed face.
Your caption is so appropriate!
Thank you. He just seemed like he was waiting for something (and not necessarily his lunch).
Photo Magnificent!!! Congratulations.
Thank you very much. Manual focus and only one chance to get the shot whilst I was walking down the corridor. His posture and expression seemed so peaceful in that instant.
Very expressive! There is a lifetime of experiences written into his face.
Certainly, and he just seemed so peaceful and contemplative. Thanks.
So expressive, beautiful…
Thank you very much.
Very cool shot!
Thank you.
Very nice Lignum! Love the header too 🙂
Many thanks Peter.
I thought I’d spruce things up with a series of rotating headers. Sone photos work well in a panoramic crop.
“Tick Tock, Goes the clock, and all the years they fly.
Tick Tock, And all too soon, you and I must die…”
Father time catches up with all of us eventually.
WOW. I love it. So much detail, so many stories that could be told. Great shot x
Many thanks. I do like how this image leaves a lot to the imagination.
Another fine capture. It feels as though his younger self is just beneath the surface.
Thanks very much. It does seem that way.
I love his expression.
Such a wonderful image.
Thank you very much Lisa.
Very expressive. I love it!
Thank you.
This is a beautiful image. His expression tells me that he is content and happy to wait…a lesson on patience from this lovely man!
Thanks for the observations. We can learn a lot from others.
Wouldn’t you love to know the stories behind those lines and wrinkles.
Yes, there’s a lot of character there.
The mother of all virtues.
Terrific portrait!
Thank you.
Great shot (as all your candid photos are), especially if, as you say, it was snapped while walking past. BTW did you see the T Rex menacing commuters in Martin Place this morning (28/08)? I was hoping you were around somewhere with your Leica!
Thanks. Many of my candids are taken whilst walking; the value of a manual focus lens. I get less attention from my subjects and better candid shots that way. 🙂
Regarding the t rex, I would liked to have seen that but I haven’t been in the city for several days now.
Wow photo again:) Congratulations!
Very kind of you to say so. Thank you very much.
Absolutely beautiful BEAUTIFUL capture. You got his spirit JUST at the right time! I also admire the contrast.
Thank you very much. Nice to meet you.
Likewise! Very nice to look at your images! It’s very generous of you to share them with us!
Thank you again. It’s my pleasure to do so.
Did you pay attention oh his hands? – Very expressive. Face is manageable, but hands tells about inner intensiveness.
Yes, I noticed the hands and the way he holds them. Very expressive, I agree.
It reminds to me a self-portrait of Durer. Static face and movement in his hand…
Thank you for the comparison. I see what you mean.
🙂
He has such a wonderful sense of of self-composure which you captured so beautifully!
Thank you. His pose and serenity really struck me when I took the shot.
I hold my breath and watch your fine work. This one gives me goosepimples. You’re not a good photographer, but also an excellent storyteller. Well done.
I’m humbled. My sincerest thanks.
You’re welcome, my pleasure. 🙂
so many things those eyes have seen
Yes, it was one of those moments that if my camera wasn’t ready and in hand, it would have been a wonderful photo opportunity lost.
great picture!
Thank you.
I used to think that old people were patient, cause they really don’t have anywhere to go, but when I go to a doctors’ for example, I can see them impatient and nagging and bossy while having to wait as the rest of us, and then when they are over with their exam, they just hang out in the waiting room chatting with other people. This one looks very well behaved and absorbed in his thoughts. I like him, and I love your shot!
Thank you. I was really struck by his attitude and demeanour when I saw him. It made me want to take his photo.
Was he aware of you taking a pic of him?
No. I was just walking along the corridor like everyone else. No one pays attention to you if you’re just part of the crowd.
🙂 It is a great shot, and I am glad I have discovered it. I will have to go through more of your posts. Have a good Sunday, LD!
You too. Talk again soon.
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