I first saw this woman at St. Peters square in Rome during the day.There were people who would come up to her and kneel with her to pray and then they would give her some money. I did not think this w

I photographed this woman on the street in Rome as the sun was

setting. See caption for more info on the woman. thanks

This is very reminiscent of a classic painting. Nice job! - James

98 % of your text.

I am moved by this photograph. Something tells me this woman is at peace with herself, even though she has a sad life. So far, this is best picture I have seen on PN. Thank you for sharing.

I'm a daily lurker here and this photo has inspired me to critique for the first time.

 

Reminds me of Bill Brandt's work. Love the tones and contrast. Congratulations!

 

Cheers,

Owen

Michael, an amazing photograph! just timeless and simply composed and so well executed !! congratulations!

Regards

For me , it doesnt get any better than this - all the qualities I like are present - great lighting, composition, emotion. Congratulations!

Peter

Excellent!! Very well seen and done!

Excellent!!

One of the best photographs I have EVER seen (including professional photographers).

Excellent B&W photo!Very good story + great composition.

Stunningly beautiful...

Congrats,one of the best!

Excellent! In any sense. Congrats!

Compelling image and as Loft pointed out -- the written context.

 

Extremely well done.

You did things right alright, you have captured the mood of the moment you were given the chance to shoot.Some people would not have even observed the simple beauty and power of this shot, sad indeed.Who knows how this picture will impact others along with your narrative. This is a powerful image and a good thing.

But dare I be critical and suggest that it would be better if the furthest away doorway wasn't cut off. A very minor point, of course, but in a photo this good minor irritations can grow bigger.

Marvelous image and caption, congratulations! I love the fact that you went about everything courteously, humbly, and were rewarded 10 folds. Wow!!!

Congratulations, this is a stunning image in several ways. Composition, light, angle, everythings great, I absolutely love this image !

Congratulations & Regards

Thanks for sharing Michael. This is a wonderful photo...your timing couldn't have been better. It really tells a story!

7/7. Nothing could be done to make it better. Geo

It's filled with so much texture, I can almost reach out and stroke the walls and feel the bricks below my feet. Beautiful work.

This is the type of image that deserves POW and to be at the top of the front page instead of some of the very mediocre pics that have been appearing there recently.

 

"Into the Light" Connotations of journeys end at the end of a long struggle.

 

You were indeed blessed for your tact, but there are all the other aspects that you put in place yourself. Having the right film, the right camera, the right lens, being in the right place at the RIGHT time, and then to get the perfect compositon and exposure. God only provided the right light and the opportunity for you to capture this evocative image. Top class.

 

 

I checked .[.Zs top rated folder and a 6+6 from him on this image says it all)

Very Powerful photo. One of the best