HelenRea
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Contest Finalist in Photojournalism Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Untold Stories Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Ink and Paper Photo Contest
People's Choice in Live Simply Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Live Simply Photo Contest
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BKLaz
December 28, 2014
This is one of those images that needs no caption. It speaks volumes. Superb capture.
adriankoski
January 08, 2015
Really tells so many different stories makes you wonder what hes so passionately writing :) Awesome Picture.
CherRich
January 10, 2015
There are so many great details in this photo.The contrast is right on and great comp.I love the look of concentration on his face. Fantastic job!
DanushiaDee
February 09, 2015
This photo makes me wish I could look over his shoulder to see what he's writing. Maybe some day we'll be reading his novel? In any case beautiful capture.
LucyLoo
February 23, 2015
Such a marvellously poignant photo, wonderful moment, superb detail and light. Superb quality. Congratulations & Brava :-D
timkordela
February 23, 2015
This photo is absolutely stunning! This might be one of my favorite street photos I have seen on this site since I joined about a month ago!!!
AlanJakarta
February 23, 2015
Brilliant mono image. Congratulations on being the People's Choice Winner.
KayBrewer
February 24, 2015
Helen, congratulations on finalist in this great street scene - Live Simply contest
debcoimages
February 26, 2015
Big congrats matey!! This is such an awesome image it deserves all the awards and peer recognitions it gets! Look forward to shooting with you soon!
leckie45
March 03, 2015
CONGRATULATIONS!!! On your well deserved win Helen .. This photo tells a very visual story ... and the shot itself is fantastic ... Well done ... Cheers Trish.
kathleenweetman
March 30, 2015
Wonderful...wonderful..wonderful.. YOU DESERVE THIS CONTEST FINAL PLACE...FABULOUS I AM HAPPY FOR YOU ...VOTED K
kathleenweetman
April 08, 2015
vOTED On the ground....Any word on the contest you made the final in? I have it as My winner anyway....k
leckie45
June 12, 2015
Congratulations for being a finalist in the Ink and Paper Competition Helen ... Well done ...When ever I see this photo I think of you ... Cheers Trish
terrysigns13
August 11, 2015
Your photos are Brilliant! You capture Humanity with a sense of purpose.Thank you!
sundowngaited
February 12, 2016
THIS...true photography. I could not agree more with all these insights.
khexg28q5
May 23, 2016
i love this picture, it reminds me of my grandpa.. this picture is so amazing..
marcdewitt
August 15, 2016
Hi Helen. I love the diversity of your subjects. You are an inspiration. Also thank you for not ignoring the "throw away" people.
CharlesPSchaefer
July 31, 2017
very emotional photo, makes one wonder what his life was like . B&W choice is perfect for this image.
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Behind The Lens
Location
This Photo was taken in the City CBD.Time
This was taken in the afternoon, I had decided to take a short walk around the top end of the city after a morning appointment to see what or who I could find worth shooting in the small amount of daylight I had left in my day. I turned the first corner leading into the city and there he was, this beautiful man, sitting and totally absorbed in what he was writing. I knew immediately I had a wonderful subject in front of me.Lighting
The light around this gentleman was in my favour as the wall he lent on was blocking the afternoon sun and the light streaming from all other angles lit him up nicely.Equipment
I used a 70-200mm lens and shot this image which allowed me to be far enough away not to disturb my lovely subject.Inspiration
I was inspired to take this photo because of how beautiful I thought he was sitting there and his obvious interest and preoccupation with what he was writing....he struck me as a strong individual with a solid sense of self in spite of his situation. He drew me in completely and still does each time I view this image. I often develop a fondness towards my subjects and in this case there is certainly no exception.Editing
I processed this image in Lightroom taking it from colour to b&w with processing including a fine balance between blacks, whites and contrast with sharpening to make it pop.In my camera bag
In my bag I carry a Canon 7D, 50mm prime, standard 24-105mm, wide angle 16-35mm, 70-200mm and flash but mostly choose a lens for the day depending on what I want to shoot.Feedback
Tips I would give is to be patient, sometimes you will need to wait for the right subject and shot, trust your instincts when choosing your subject and also be ready to shoot quickly before the moment is lost.