A Sunday Out With Grandpa

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This picture grabbed me. I think it's because of the contrast between the two figures. Grandpa has reached that point in his life where he turns inward more, reflecting on his life. His grandson, on the other hand, turns toward the photographer, curious about the world as it unfolds around him. For him everything is new and the adventure is just beginning. The positioning of the pair on the long arc of curb above the sand is an apt metaphor for the journey they both briefly share.

A beautiful shot, very nicely composed, Bulent!

I like the way the little one is inscribed into the shape of the old one. And what a cutie. The rest has been said by Jack.

I like curved composition, all way down from one corner to another... Even it casual street shot, I seen some philosophical way. Well done!

Very nice work! All my best, Valentyn

a seductive frame delivered sans sentimentally and composed intelligently with a fitting metaphor in mind and a soulfulness that invites, partially, I’m not a gramps yet but I identify with one of the two, but on its obvious merit as a fine piece of street photography.

 

MYIt is a very touching life story of two generations in the  human saga on this planet earth.

Jack's depicting fits perfectly to my impression of the scene. I'm a grandmother myself and the two expressive looks ,inward of the man ,and the young grandchild, tells my story as well. The timing and composition with the semi round( still continue) way! Is a  very good observation and expression.

 

 

I thank you all for your rewarding comments.

I am really pleased to see that my enthusiasm with this photo has been shared by my friends.

A classic rendition of two generations.  Jack pretty much nailed it...the inward and outward gaze, the road edging off.  From a technical and compositional standpoint I feel you nailed it by ensuring that any extraneous detail -- other than the child, the man, and the road -- were excluded.  

a hugely attractive composition expounded upon eloquently by my predecessors... nothing fresh to add other than my sheer viewing pleasure... even the dof contributes!

Excellent!

There is a lot to reflect on with this superb photograph on life and continuity.  Touching!