1dane805
FollowShot this wonderful couple outside the town of Hoi An, Vietnam.
Shot this wonderful couple outside the town of Hoi An, Vietnam.
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Action Award
Chatter Award
Zenith Award
Legendary Award
Contest Finalist in Looking At Faces Photo Contest
Runner Up in Together Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Together Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in People In Black And White Photo Contest
Top Shot Award
Contest Finalist in Ancient Cultures Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Elderly Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in A World In Black And White Photo Contest
Runner Up in Explore Asia Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Explore Asia Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Cultures of the World Photo Contest
People's Choice in Couples In Love Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Couples In Love Photo Contest
Contest Finalist in Image Of The Month Photo Contest Vol 17
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Lilynitestorm
February 01, 2017
Showcasing what true love looks like and fabulously at that! Beautiful capture!
petrabischoff
February 03, 2017
What a lovely couple. They seem so happy together. Hope for them, that they can enjoy their time together for a long time.
1dane805
April 15, 2017
Thank you! Photographing them you could tell after all these years they adored each other!
aimeeevoli
February 04, 2017
Aw, cute old people. You can just see the love they have for each other. Nice capture. Thnx for sharing.
JDLifeshots
April 07, 2017
You can still see the love they have for each other. Great capture. Congrats.
nikonrmat
April 10, 2017
Join the conversation. Add a comment or even better, a critique. Let's get better together!
1dane805
February 04, 2018
Thank you very much! They were so cute and such a pleasure to photograph.
Hamster7
February 03, 2018
Love it. Especially the fact that no matter the differences in cultures, some things transcend these differences and make us all just, human.
1dane805
February 04, 2018
Thank you very much! They were so cute and such a pleasure to photograph.
anthonygerardfoley
February 04, 2018
Photo journalism at its best. It tells so much about the couple. A truly superb use of black and white that removes all distraction and only concentrates on these loving people.
Jknauf
February 09, 2018
One of the most beautiful photos I have seen in the last 40 years. Magnificent light and subjects that are inspiring and beautiful. Well done.
tk_photography
March 07, 2018
I can feel the love these two have for each other! Absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing.
Safetygal
March 13, 2018
Love it! Such heartfelt expressions of everlasting love between this couple. Looks stunning in b&w
kimayers
March 26, 2018
Amazing beauty and love of one another comes pouring through the lens!!! Bravo
surendrachaturvedi
April 10, 2018
What a lovely couple.The joy of their togetherness is treat to behold.Congratulations for capturing such a beautiful picture.
VeraHG
September 19, 2018
What I love about this image that the message comes strongly through despite of the wobbly composition. This is what good photography is about. Make us forget about catchlight, patterns and cut limbs: there is love! Way to go!
colinwatson
May 10, 2019
I have allso taken shots of this old lady, when I lived in Hoi An, Great shot
closetoHOme
September 05, 2019
I would like to invite you to enter my Photo Challenge “Joy”.
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normg123
August 07, 2020
Amazing picture in every way. The story, the composition, the lighting. Just a winner all around.
Privatesimpleclient01
January 09, 2021
Absolutely Amazing great job thank you for sharing this masterpiece with us
andreaolson
June 03, 2021
Every time I see this photo, it makes me so happy! I really love it! \u2764
brcominsky
June 24, 2022
Being of Asian descent this image really sparked a deep connection to me and my culture. Well done this is absolutely amazing
michaelleneely
June 06, 2023
I love this so much!! I wish I could find what they have together. So inspiring and heartfelt.
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Behind The Lens
Location
Near Hoi An, VietnamTime
MiddayLighting
The lighting was overcast. I was traveling with another photographer who is writing a book on Vietnam. We wanted to use a set of old doors as the back drop. When we opened the doors we were shocked to find that it opened to an old chicken coop. We both decided we were going in. Carefully placing my jacket on the ground amongst the feathers and other items one would find in a coop, we began shooting. The interpreter was standing on the other side of the doors. I asked her to see if they would hold hands. This shot was the result. They were so much fun to photograph!Equipment
Nikon D610, 24-70 f2.8 lensInspiration
Looking for an old typical Vietnamese couple. Our guide/interpreter knew of them and they definitely filled the bill.Editing
Lightroom, photoshop, NIK silver effects proIn my camera bag
Nikon D810, Nikon D610, Nikon 24-70 F2.8, 70-200 F2.8, 105 F2.8, 16-35 F4, Lee Filter system, Nikon SB-700 Think Tank Essentials Rolling BagFeedback
I do a lot of environmental portrait photography all over the world. It is essential to have a guide and interpreter to help posing and getting these images. Spending a little time with the people before you even begin to photograph them seems to help putting them at ease with you. As a former flight attendant for a major airline for many years, that job helped me to naturally interact with people easily. A smile goes a long way!