Indignant

Difficult photo to take on moving train at waist level.

all in all, I think it's a very pleasant picture to look at. It has something 1950ish about it.

 

the light from the window is distracting.

Yes, "street" photography (or any photography trying to catch people in a candid fashion like here) can be uncomfortable for the photographer. But if you can get past that, the results can be worth it. The diagonal orientation works here. I don't find the light on the right particularly distracting -- it seems to balance that side with the man on the left. Would like to see a bit more contrast, however -- the image seems kind of flat. Kind regards, m.

nice ! I like the light through the window. Was this from the hip ?

Yes,it's a technique i have developed.

Love the dynamic of a tilted frame and the guys feet planted against the seat as if to keep from sliding forward. I also like the light in the window, it adds to the energy. One of my favorites !

light in the window is distracting. I would modify in PS

Thanks for your nice words in the philosophy forum. Came by to have a look and this one struck my eye. Would love to hear your own thoughts on the light in the window since yours is the opinion that counts. I like its harshness, adding to the life of the photo. I'm not distracted easily. I love my eye to be moved around a photo and don't mind other things grabbing at me besides the main subject. I love how you've presented this man in his environment, his intent gaze your (my) way, his supposed-to-be-comfortable pose but very stiff look. The angles are great as is your hip-achieved orientation. To me, it accomplishes what a good street/portrait shot should. It's spontaneous, engaging, well composed, and has a compelling subject.

I read your comment about this being a difficult shot to take on a moving train at waist level. I imagine this would be a difficult shot to take at any level with the train still. That could just be me though and that's why I haven't ventured into street shots. It takes a special mind-set for that and I'm not comfortable being in someone else's space. You have done a great job here with the angle and his expression, very interesting capture! Thank you for sharing. :)