Young Man hpc

I was photographing events in the park when I noticed this young man

was looking at me. It was such a bold look and he had such an

interesting face, that I just had to get his likeness on film. I have

often wondered what became of him because he appeared to be such a

proud and intelligent young man.

Great capture. Proud and intelligent were immediately what came to mind when I saw this picture. Such an unlikely expression for a boy his age, but a beautiful one.

Gorgeous. I love the expression and how he is surrounded by these anonymous adults. He seems to be the smallest of the group, but his eyes show that he has been through a lot.

This is a beautiful shot. Deep & rich. I really love it.

It reminds me of the "boy in the park" photo by Diane Arbus. Both are well composed and pretty expressive.

i don't know if its the wine or what, but this photo does it for me in ways that few have. cheers

David, this is simply awsome ... I gotta run now, ciao.

This is a very eye-catching portrait, with a LOOK, David !!!

I like the way you’ve singled him out of the surrounding crowd.

No wonder that look arrested you…

Sharpness, clarity & lighting are just perfect.

A very emotive composition (this ‘young man’ looks very boyish to me!)

Marie-Hélène

A perfect image. The best part of this is the eye line in which you took the picture. Most photographers miss this for some reason when shooting children. It transforms him from a child to a little man. A citizen of earth

Babatunde

Man so powerfull. He has supreme wisdom in his eyes. He looks like he knows more than most about something he may share with us in the next lifetime..

The arms of the adults create an interesting background.

You're absolutely right. I too was taken by the pattern of the arms, it somehow contributes to the iconic quality of this princely young man.

I love the way he stares at us. Very strong and character.

Very nice image.

his expression is so powerful, it makes for a nice contrast between his actual age and the age in which his eyes make you think he is. the random elbows only emphasize this more. great tones and composition....

i like very much composition.

it is a pity that the left elbow on the head remove a little the 'legibility ?'

This is the best I saw today. Nice expression and contrast

Another very strong environmental shot, David. Very well done.

Thank for you email, David and for pointing this one out to me. I agree that it is among your very best. I might describe his demeanor as princely. He is dressed like an adult and standing among them and yet he seems their equal. I notice that he almost has a halo around his head, separating him from the background. Did you dodge/burn that? If so, it's very well done.

I'm not going to rate this shot because it can create problems for you and I (hehe) , but I wanted to just let you know - I enjoyed seeing it.

The best:)

the best picture I've seen in a long time.

emotive and those tones are glorious, excellent tonal separation in the dark and shadow areas.