frankz

I'd say, judging from the ball, this is a Rugby dog pile.

Definitely a strong photo showing opposing wills (teams facing each other), and much personal determination in a powerful way.

Your photo also brings back memories of a muddy field, a keg of beer, 40 people into equal teams (wimmins also), and playing football when much younger and crazier.

Excellent shot and crop.

@Zohar: No cleanup, other than removal of the standard monkey bumps expected with B&W film. NO front lighting at all - that explains the lack of reflections - and a couple black cards on either side to give the glasses something to "see". Pretty much an "as-is" shot.

I like like the comic effect - expecting Gene Zesche (sp?) to insert one of his characters.

Good shot and alterations.

Excellent shot. Great DOF and detail.

Nevertheless, one ugly bug.

My first real attempt to duplicate a magazine cover shot (Camera

Arts, January 1983) that impressed me for it's simplicity. Used black

and white film as it's all I have in the house at the moment.

Techs - Sinar P 8x10, Rodenstock 485mm Ronar, Speedotron @ 1200 w/s,

Ilford Delta 100 Pro, HC-110 Dilution 'G', Epson 4990 scanner.