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This man appeared tired and a bit burdened by cares.He was staring with a look of

marked intensity perhaps a little distrustful.I found his face interesting.

Man Appeared to be staring with an unusually penetrating gaze His.face appeared tired and hardened by work and care. I perceived an element of mistrust in his look.

The intense nature of this devotee struck me as both very personal

and quite moving.

Some Beijing Opera stars apply make-up in full view of audience

before production.They are males only.The fastidious and intense

method was fascinating.

Equestrian and cowboy the Chilean Huaso is Unique.

The Tango in Argentina is more than a dance.It's dimensionality

approaches Ballet.

This man owns a cattle and timber ranch in Chilean Patagonia.He

embodies a dignity and character which informs and is shaped by his

vocation.

On a wealthy street in Santiago Chile this man stood in stark

contrast to his surroundings.His seeming resignation bothered me.

Amazing use of black and white with great shadow detail.Your choice of topic and humor is wonderful. Alan Klaw

Young lass seemed delighted by her discoveries in Mexico City's

Museum Of Anthropology.

A very telling image.It is far more moving and dramatic than just "hands". I truly hope the elderly man found comfort.Alan Klaw Pbase member

These school girls were online on a hot day in Chiapas Mexico.They

were young and seemed very special.

Tradition can help define lives as well as contribute to the social

good.San Juan Chamula-Oaxaca Mexico.

Some times one sees proud moments. I was lucky.San Juan Chamula was

a very traditional Mexican Mayan village.This feeling is

universal.

Child is always a mixed blessing. For some it is more difficult than

for others.

Daily street life in Oaxaca Mexico is full of intimacy that appears

to transform what might be just a commercial transaction.

The tough endurance and determination on this man's face captured a

timeless quality to a hard life in much of Mayan Mexico.

There is an aura of unreality almost surreal about the mannekin like "Gothic" lass and her frightening woods. You have quite a talent both as an artist and technician.Congratulations-Alan Klaw- New Mexico U.S.A.

Wow... you have been able to use creative photography and PS to create a wonderful image.Thank you Alan Klaw

Traditional Japanese celebration of Fall [Akimatsuri] in

Albuquerque New Mexico.Dancer appeared still while performing

centuries old ritualized dance.

Japanese Folk Festival.I Felt This Dancer's Facial-Body Movements

Symbolized A Timeless Grace.

First Nation Reservation-Head Smashed In Buffalo Jump-Alberta Canada

Strong well composed photograph made all the more powerful by your use of Black and White. It is a privilege to view your work and commentary.It is often the lot of westerners to "cluck"concern for the "third world" but not make a face to face body statement of caring.Thank You for your humanity and skill. Alan Klaw "cactusklaw @aol.com" New Mexico U.S.A.

Blackfeet Fancy Dancer -The place was named Head Smashed In Buffalo

Jump -Alberta Canada

Young man demonstrating Hoop Dancing before crowded Navajo Packed

streets at opening of Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Dance in Gallup- New

Mexico(U.S.A.).Athletic and Artistic prowess transcends traditional

sport.