number five

I saw him working as we walked around exploring the Oasis and thought to myself that he would be a wonderful subject to photograph. I watched him throughout the day, but couldn't get up the courage to ask him. As we were packing up the kids and ready to head off I saw him again sitting 50 yards from our car, but just kept packing. Finally, all the kids were packed and we were leaving and I started to get in the car; but then jumped out and just went for it. I asked him if I could photograph him and he immediately softened and started to giggle. Why was I so scared? He was kind, gentle and was very happy to let me take his picture for my 100 strangers project.

 

This is Misha. Misha works at a local farm and date plantation. He was enjoying a break in the shade. He is number five in my 100 strangers project. (View more at:(100 Strangers Flickr Group page).

 

This project is very slow going for me because I find it so hard to ask strangers for a photo. Guys like Misha make it easier.

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