Eliza [Stranger #33]

his picture is #33 in the 100 Strangers Project - Round 3

 

Meet Eliza

 

Was in DC a few days ago to photograph an elopement at the Constitution Gardens. Since I was early to scout the location and set-up, was walking around when I noticed Eliza walking with her friend ( Alex) around the landmarks, a camera in hand and carrying some gear. I had seen them earlier too when I was parking my car but they seemed busy and I had other things on my mind then. But seeing them again gave me a second chance and I went ahead and made my request to this striking young lady. She obliged but I could sense some hesitancy - primarily because they were a rush and didn't have a lot of time. I promised to these pictures in a few minutes; honestly, I did think that we could have done even better if we had a little more time but sometimes you got to roll with what you have. I found a spot with some good open shade and we quickly shot a few quick clicks after judging the light.

 

Even as I clicked had a few questions for the lady - turns out Eliza hails from Ecuador and is a student at George Washington University studying political science. She and her friends were out with a camera and gear as they were working on an art project. One quality she loves about herself is her curiosity. She is happiest when she is learning new things. Her favorite memories - are anything that involves the beach which she is really fond of.

 

As photogenic and almost childlike as she was with really beautiful eyes ( angelic is the word that first came to mind) what I liked most about her (and this is just an impression n my few minutes of interaction) was a sense of determination and almost steely focus she conveyed with her gaze - kind of a resolute strength beneath her soft exterior façade.

 

Thank you Eliza for your time and trust - - special thanks to Alex for her patience. It was wonderful doing these pictures. All the very best in all that you do a- was indeed great making your acquaintance. If you stop by and like your pics please feel free to contact me for hi-resolution copies of the same.

 

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.

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