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This picture is #310 in my 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
The fifth Stranger in this series in the Police Officer, Lori. I had watched her chatting with homeless men several times over a 30 minute period. I was impressed with how easily they interacted, with smiles, laughter, and an overall relaxed body language. After meeting and photographing the previous four Strangers, I introduced myself to Lori and asked for a portrait. There was no hesitation. I always expect police officers on duty to decline – this has never happened.
Lori is heading up a task force (my words) to act as a liaison between the Police Force and the homeless. In prior years, the Sarasota Police Department had the reputation of being extremely homeless unfriendly. A new Police Chief was installed a little over a year ago, and she has pledged to have kinder and gentler relations with the homeless. Lori's booth was to provide information to the public about this initiative. I didn't spend much time with her, as she was in great demand in the booth. At home, I checked the Department website: although it is fairly comprehensive, there is no information about Lori's new position. I have kicked myself for not picking up some literature at the booth.
When I got the photos, I was enthusiastic about the backlighting. But as there was little light reflected into her face, there is poor contrast, and the camera's autofocus did not do a good job. It's ironic that there is currently a thread about working with backlight. Often the photographer uses a reflector to kick light back into the face. I have not done that. But I have had good results when there is a white wall behind me, acting as a natural reflector.
Thank you, Lori, for allowing me to photograph you for the 100 Strangers Flickr group.
Olympus OM-D E-M5
Zuiko 45mm f1.8 @ f2.5
1/1600 sec.
ISO 200
310 MX07 JNO is seen awaiting time at Newton Abbot Sherborne Road before operating a 179 service to Moorland Reach.
Since this was with quite a slow shutter speed, I had to hold that position for quite a while before I slid down the incline and into the bath.
Day 310:: 365 Pictures in 365 Days of 365 Moments:: "The sun shines everywhere, not just at the beach."-Brande Roderick:: I just noticed how white their feet are, you can tell we do not visit the beach often. This picture they had no idea I took, it was just a couple of kids fooling around on the beach.