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Wow, it's been about ten months since I did a stranger. For shame! Well, with the weather improving, I think I'll probably be doing more. Good thing there's no time limit for this project.
Anyway, I was so lucky to be able to spend most of this lovely day strolling all around Detroit. I cannot remember seeing this hot dog stand, I swear it was a crepe place. Anyway, I went over to inquire about the place and met David. He informed me they had been open for just about a year. I was really surprised that there was so little traffic around here because it was still mid afternoon. David seemed to enjoy his job and I told him if I hadn't already eaten I would definitely have ordered one of his lunch specials. For sure I'll pop in some day soon, although those tables might be a little high for me to eat off of.
This is #14 in my 100 Strangers project. See more at 100 Strangers
We met John at the Potters Shed at the Petrie Country Markets. He said he played with clay where his wife was a wonderful potter.
He was proud of his braces as he bought them at a market in La Bourne in France.
This picture is #12 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
It should be fairly obvious why Katy stood out for me. Her bold red and black colours just called for capturing.
She told me about her struggle with finding equally minded artists to work with. Her style is synonymous with retro/vintage and she does drama and a little bit of modelling.
Despite all that she also mentioned that she would like to be a Professor: "I love learning and studying. I know I dress like this and do modelling so it seems unusual, but I like the idea of teaching and being part of a learning academy.”
This picture is #091 in my second round of the 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
A candid photo of a girl who I have met by chance along an uncrowded road near the town proper of Subic, Zambales, Philippines.
Meet Gina.
She was extremely vibrant and enthusiastic about the project. When I had explained it to her, she mentioned Sue Kreitzman to me and told me she did something similar with photographing interesting people on the street. (I've Googled her since and she is a hugely interesting character in her own right)
Gina works as a troubleshooter, mainly in the financial sector. Her personality matched her style which is unique, bold and friendly. I hadn't noticed all her accessories when I had photographed her, but whilst editing I saw how much effort she puts into it, and good on her I say - she looks fabulous don't you think?
This picture is #092 in my second round of the 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
Being stranger in a foreign land is not easy , it takes skills and effort to adapt to new environment and culture , sometimes a head twist to others is necessary even if you are master of wilderness
While researching the where’s and how’s of photographing muskox, I ran across several photos of cows with calves. With each photo my desire to photograph those precious little faces grew. My half-hearted prayer evolved from “Please God, let me find a herd to photograph” to “Please God, let me find a herd to photograph with at least one baby.” The reason that it was half-hearted was based on my timing. Being in Nome in late July, I truly expected the spring births to be past the little guy phase and well into the awkward looking…braces and pimples phase of their youth.
As God sometimes does, even half-hearted prayers are answered as I was able to see and photograph a little one. As I approached the herd, the cow (known as mom to the little one) started moving further and further away, always keeping one eye on me and keeping herself between me and my desired subject. This is the only shot I was able to obtain with total separation between the two.
A blessing and a curse of wildlife photography is you get limited time with your desired species. And truth be told, you take what is offered by the subject in your frame. A photograph of a cow and calf’s backside isn’t what was bouncing around in my dreams amongst the sugar plumbs…but there certainly is value in photographing a good parent protecting their child.
This picture is #25 in the 100 Strangers Project - Round 3
Meet Nelli
Another long gap since my last stranger click, with work and other priorities leaving very less time to venture out. Of course the the cold winter months and short days don't help much. So I am quite happy to have moved the counter forward, with a amazing stranger such as Nelli.
In fact, I was actually in Bethesda for a planned shoot - the model being a prior stranger from the project. But unfortunately she had car troubles which made travel difficult and we had to reschedule. But since I was on my way, and the day looked good, I decided to continue and stroll around hoping to spot someone striking to photograph. Given the wonderful set of personalities I have had the oppurtunity to photograph so far, its been rather difficult to find folks that inspire you the same way. But luckily for me, in a few minutes of walking, saw Nelli at a distance and the stranger bells started ringing immediately. She had a sparkling personality that made her stand out in a crowd, and her overall style including those pants were definitely eye catching. I quickly made my way as she and her friend Adam stood by the parking meter. I managed to reach them just as they were about to walk away, and made my request. As much as I am open to being refused by folks, and its quite understandable, in this instance I was really hoping for a positive response, and really happy when Nelli agreed.
I didnt want to take up too much time, so chose a spot close by with a narrow lane flanked by buildings offering open shade on a sunny day. Although the background had a lot of clutter and distractions I was confident the blur with the shallow aperture would actually make it appealing. Also, it was slightly quieter and had less people walking by, as opposed to the main street.
To say that Nelli was an absolute live-wire would be a understatement, as she immediately channeled her "model" with a spring in her step. Quickly moving into poses, with minimal or pretty much no instruction, with amazing ease - just a mere suggestion of a pose and she already had moved into position. Its great to have a striking stranger to photograph, and when they have such great attitude and confidence, you can thank your stars. Adam stood by with a fond approving admiring smile never leaving his face, as we shot a few pics.
Nelli, is a fitness instructor which honestly should not be a surprise. Her hobbies include photography as well being photographed having dabbled in modeling in her "younger" days. Of course going by the ease of her posing and expressions, this shouldnt be a surprise either. Her favorite memory - having her babies - yes she is mommy of two which was quite a surprise to me. What's her favorite quality of herself - her positive attitude which honestly was ver visible throughout our interaction, as was her confidence and high energy vibe.
Thanks a lot Nelli for being a part of this project (and of course Adam for the support). It was pleasure making your acquaintance and wish you the very best. Hope you do like the pictures and I sure look forward to working with you again
Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
For my other pictures on this project: 100 Strangers - Round 2.
For pictures from my prior attempt at 100 Strangers: 100 Strangers - Round 1.
A Stranger - 30 Seconds Project
All about the idea of this project can be read here:
Carl Zeiss Interview - English
f5.0 − 1/80 - ISO100 - No Flash - Nikon D800 - Carl Zeiss 50mm f1.4
Armed with my 50mm I must have spent at least a couple of hours near this alley where I have already shoot Yvonneè, stranger #98.
Three young ladies were walking in the distance and my antennas suggested to take a closer look: by the time I put my hand in the pocket to grab a card, they disappeared inside a shop: never mind.
A fee minutes later, while seeking other potential strangers, the ladies reappeared and were walking in my direction.
The lady who initialy caught my attention, didn't seem really interested to my request but fortunately, her friends convinved her to partecipate: I don't know why, but when this happens I come up with images that please me!
Meet Rosy.
I asked her just to stand in the middle of this alley and she did the rest; just a few images and not much else: not even a facebook connection.
Thank you Rosy, it was an intense experience for me and I hope you like the portrait as much as I do; I have a few more images to share if you get in touch
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This picture is #102 in my second round of the 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
This portrait is included in the The Human Family Group. To view more street portraits and stories visit
I actually forgot that I took this picture.
We were hiking around the lake at my sister's in Logan Lake and a gaggle of kids came running along the path.
Jesse stood out. His dark hair against his blue tshirt was so great! He was happy to let me photograph him but his friends kept on going down the trail, so there wasn't much time for chit chat.
Here's the scoop:
- he was camping with his family
-his name is Jesse
- he is 11 years old
- I think he was from Lethbridge,AB.
this is my 32 stranger for the 100 strangers project. You can go to www.100strangers.com if you want to check out other portraits.
So .. because I'm so un-stressed and have lots of free time ... not ... I'm starting a project of 100 Strangers.
... lol. I'm so bored, I'm making already existing projects MORE involving.
This is Lucas, he is a little boy that I didn't even know that lives on my street. I found out today that if you walk up and down the street with 35 ballons, children will come from places you didn't know existed.
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The Homage to Alien. Yes this looks remarkably similar to my last build ;)
Thanks to Jared and Tom for the heads up. It was a great series :D
I've spent a couple of hours hanging around the main square and collected only a few regrets: mainly a young girl sitting at a table with friends which I couldn't find again once I decided to ask her for a portrait.
On my way back to the train station, away from my comfort zone, I saw this really cool girl with headphones walking just a few steps behind me: not too far from there ther's a location I've used in the past and once I got close to if I handed one of my cards to Giulia asking if I could take a few portraits.
Giulia knows a least two of the strangers in my card and when I showed her my Instagram page she recognized other faces: this made it super easy and Giulia agreed immediately to pose for me: to make all the coincidences even more incredible, Giulia told me that she works as a photographer, mainly portraits and in fact she had just finished to do a photoshoot.
We moved to the small alley and I took quite a few shots while chatting: I went mainly for close-ups and, as most of the times, I did not pay much attention to the camera settings but I'm pleased with the results.
With the light fading away, the reflector gave a nice boost (probably even too much): interesting to see the different results with the golden and the silver sides of the reflector.
Giulia had to catch a train so we shaked our hands and walked away.
On my way home I've checked Giulia's profile and her portraits are really amazing!
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This picture is #143 in my second round of the 100 strangers project. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
A lovely medieval house, dating back to 1320, which is well worth a visit.
www.museums.norfolk.gov.uk/strangers-hall
(see this website for the current opening times)
www.edp24.co.uk/news/strangers-hall-hidden-historical-jew...
I took a trip into Nottingham city centre for no other reason than to add to my stranger project. I decided to hang around near a couple of closed down shops as I thought the grey and white boards covering the windows would make great backgrounds for a portrait. I was there for about five minutes before Fay came walking in my direction. I quickly intercepted her path and introduced the project to her.
Fay told me she had to be at work in a few minutes so I wasted no time in asking her to stand in front of the nearest grey board. As we were out of the sun, I didn’t have any lighting issues to deal with, so quickly fired off a few shots.
Fay is a manager in a pub and when not working likes to spend time with her dog, her family, and her partner. Fay also does pole dancing to keep herself fit.
What can’t Fay live without? Her dog and Starbucks she replied.
Fay’s guilty pleasure is listening to ‘90’s dance music.
I asked Fay to describe herself in one word and she said difficult.
Thank-you Fay for giving me a few moments to photograph you for my stranger project. I hope you like your portrait.
This picture is #279 in the 100 Strangers project, yes, I’ve decided to do a third round. Find out more about the project and see pictures taken by other photographers at the 100 Strangers Flickr Group page
This is my 251st submission to the Human Family Group. To view more street portraits and stories visit www.flickr.com/groups/thehumanfamily/
"Chúng ta lúc nào cũng nghĩ còn thời gian, nhưng không phải như vậy. Một ngày nào đó, chúng ta sẽ ý thức được rằng mình đã vượt qua điểm đoạn hồi, thời điểm người ta nhận ra rằng mình khồn thể quay ngược lại phía sau được nữa. Thời điểm người ta nhận ra rằng mình đã để vượt mất cơ hội…."
Trở lại tìm nhau - Guillaume Musso
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Em Nhi, chụp bởi Nhím, lúc retouch ra cái màu này nhìn được được, xong hôm nay xem lại lại thấy chả ưng lắm
A Stranger - 30 Seconds Project.
Bumped into this stranger in Amsterdam, who happens to be well-known dutch actress ;-)
f4 − 1/400 - ISO160 - No Flash - Fujifilm XT-4 - Fujifilm XF 16-55mm f/2.8
I'm in Cardiff for 4 nights due to work and on the train I had the idea that I would embark on a stranger portrait journey. As soon as I'd made the decision, still on the train, the butterflies of apprehension tingled.
I wandered the streets of Cardiff for an hour or so identifying some superb subjects but lacking the courage to ask to take the shot. I went back to the hotel ate, and back out with the camera.
I spotted Davey outside a restaurant where he worked but walked past nervous to ask him. I pulled myself together, walked back but he went back inside. Another circuit around and he was outside again and this time I plucked up the courage and I'm glad I did.
This is the only frame slightly out of focus. Although I like all the pictures, there is something about this I like the most. Thank you Davey for being my first stranger portrait....and I hope the email with it found you well.
Please visit www.flickr.com/groups/100strangers where I have posted my first stranger portrait
One hundred and sixty seven.
Stranger portrait #1
When I was younger, I used to proclaim, ‘I enjoy being around people,’ actively seeking opportunities to connect with others and revel in the company of crowds. However, as time has passed, those sentiments have waned, replaced by a yearning for tranquility, solitude, and the vastness of nature. The hustle and bustle of crowds and interactions with strangers no longer hold the same appeal for me.