Hopper is my favourite painter... and this is a worderful shot!!!!!

First: a problem with edward hopper: the light!And in Ed Hop. people are tired or waiting for some/one/thing!!Increase ISO ,and in the blue layer you blur with gaussian blur 1.5( one or 2 times) : Try!!It's not a problem in BW!

Yes, people are tired, waiting or lonely in Hoppers paintings, but this series was started because of Hopper and the 'Nighthawks' painting. When you see the last image in this series next Saturday, you will see why the referance to Hopper. As for the technical information, I may give it a try Delmur. Best wishes my friend.

I think this shot is made more interesting by the fact that you have been 'rumbled'. The look on this guy's face is entirely spontaneous, would be impossible to pose. I wish I could do it but I feel very uncomfortable photographing people. I can't wait for the rest of the series.

i think you scared him! lol! luv the spontaneity & motion :]

I look forward to the series as well. But I'm curious.....did this guy give you any trouble? I hope not. I have to chuckle and admire you, for not only hauling your camera around, but your tripod too!!! LOL I love it ... :)

To answer the question of being given trouble, the answer is no. I simple smiled at him and slowly got up and left. It was not until I was back home, reviewing the images that I was able to study what I had captured. The Muse was with me that evening and I am indebted to her generosity.

one of the best portraits Ive seen both here and otherwise. It has a perfect surrounding, a superb atmosphere.. cant get any better then this..

an expressive portrait. es geflt mir sehr, das dieses Portrait die Umgebung zeigt, das gibt zuszlich einen starken perslichen Eindruck.most excellent photography art,Egmont *** #:O)

Magnificent and technically perfect composition, marvelous detail and spontaneaous expression - Weegee would be proud :-). Bravo, my dear friend, superbly done! V

from my point of view you did a magnificent job here...and you have courage that I admire, but after all - the Muse was there with you! :) I would probably would not love it in colours, but in B/W is incredible! worth a vote! best wishes! Mihai

This is going to be one interesting series. I really like the whole coposition of this.Black and white is definitly the choice too.I do like whatever work you did achieving the shades in this. Hard to be nonchalant with a tripod. I have tried it. I always tell the people what my plans are with the images however.

A good point you make here about informing the person how the image might be used. Currently there are only three images in this series and with the thirds, the one that started this series, I did inform and asked for their permission after it was taken. In general it is difficult, as I try to follow in the tradition of the past. In today's climate I have been challenged with a number of situations that only 20 years would not have even been evident. Just this Friday, I am confronted by 'Homeland Security' for photographing rail-lines and an overpass. Sill, I must continue in trying to document life around us for our children's children, so that they may know what it was like today.

Very interesting capture and work. I'm always leaving my tripod at home and thats a mistake. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Aloha

Tripod is tricky, that's what the monopod is for ;-) Dynamite capture!! Great series.

Interesting image here...spontaneous reaction from your subject. Hard to be inconspicuous with a tripod, but the results speak for themeselves. I feel a little uncomfortable photographing people, but realize that some of the best moments in life pass you by if you don't step to the plate when it's presented. Wonderfully done in B&W, can't wait for the series.

wonderful candid photography...'excellent work ;)

Can you read my mind with that thing?

Hahah addiek! He does have that look of one not too happy about being photographed, an almost guilty look. The captured motion in contrast with the surrounding stillness creates a dynamic effect, and I agree that the b&w works really well for this series. I took note of your addendum about homeland security, it is a shame that the world is a less trusting place. I recently took some photographs at a power sub station and was wondering the whole time if the police would be called and I'd be forced to explain myself. I have been fortunate to avoid that so far.

first of all perfect series.. black and white in this is rich love the blend and tone. the light of the chairs is superb adding to the whole concept.. he does look rather surprised. what makes the whole composition for me is the movement in the newspaper .. thats unique and make this whole photo unique.. vote egmont :)

Perfect in B&W, the expression of the face is so natural! More than excellent!

bellissimo scatto, excellent !!! :)

Excellent getroffen. Eine super Aufnahme. Die expressive Ausstrahlung wird durch das B&W noch verstkt. Bravo! Greatings from good old Germany

Splendid 'instantan, very subtile atmosphere and lighting, the expression of surprise is perfect ! Most excellent shot !!

Awareness, hmmm, how does it affect us as whole, (one) , honestly believeing as I do our actions and intentions are a sum total of cause and effect for everyone and everything. Egmont, it has taken me a couple of days to digest my honesty regarding your recent image. Technically your work is A+, I need to comment on the intent. Sure we are all fish is a glass bowl and true enough America is one big video of peoples daily activities. There is no right nor wrong and we are free to express ourselves creatively. Not sure where this journey will take you, although as in all life there are lessons to be learned. Written with respect for a fellow artist. Judith

This is in response to Judithone: As a photographer, there is always the question when is it alright to take the picure and when is it an invasion of privacy. It is one that cannot be settled here and now. We must excersise good judgement at all times, even when capturing images of grief, though there is certaily no grief here. The author John Berger in 'About Looking' said it best when he tried to answer this very point and the responsibility we face. "For the photographer this means thinking of her or himself not so much as a reporter to the rest of the world but, rather, as a recorder for those involved in the events photographed. The distinction is crucial".

Woahh, this is wonderful. It conveys a very strong message.

Well, as a photographer, its always great to use the people available at any particular location. However, I have this fear that some person will get angry and break my camera if I get too close, so if I had to take a photo such as this, I'd either buy a 400mm lens (or greater) or hide in the bushes and stalk my prey lol. Note to all, I dont stalk people. Anyway, if you are willing to accept that some people wont be happy about being photographed, then there is nothing to worry about. Surprising your subject is what makes this photo work so well, its obvious he was taken by surprise! Excellent display of b+w skill, and bravery! Well done my friend, take care =)

bless his heart..he seems so uneasy..I could never take such a photo..I seem to stick with non human things..lol..wishing I could be more bold and venture out into this great big world..smile

his expression is AWESOME....the title you use for it....I made in the past a poem with that title.....sometimes you can see more in an expression than words can tel...this is an exsample.......just wonderful....