2 on a Bench
Another candid from Cambridge, MA. I saw them, and felt like I had to make a photo. As soon as I asked, the gentleman got all smiley and chuckley and said "why sure!" The woman smiled and began smoothing unnecessary wrinkles on her dress. But somehow her face went back to being aloof between her initial smile and my snap.
Not entirely pleased with the over-exposedness, and there's not much I can do because I didn't shoot it raw... but I just love their expressions.
10 responses
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coree coppinger gave props (24 Sep 2007):
Wonderful love her expression.
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Max Schenk gave props (29 Sep 2007):
It works all the way around - the exposure contrasts help to make them the focal point.
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Rachel Mckinnie gave props (30 Sep 2007):
I agree! Way to go!
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Jennifer Childs said (4 Oct 2007):
You're right about the exposure, but what Max said is right. Her expression is fabulous. Both great subjects.
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Tony Day said (6 Oct 2007):
great capture !!!!
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Bhu Sullivan said (22 Nov 2007):
agreed on the exposure. beautiful backlighting. and gorgeous composition. nice one jc!
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Emma-Lee D said (14 Jan 2008):
wonderful! I'd hang it on my wall. A tiny bit of vignetting could really add to this, just an idea :)
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judy fouse gave props (18 Jan 2008):
That is what struck me about this photo. They are sitting so close. It is sweet. Quite a capture for you.
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!~) Emelia Isaac said (23 Jan 2008):
what a wonderful feeling! and a wonderful story.
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Wiktor Figiel said (3 Jul 2008):
Erwitt's mood. I love this shot
