The Clinic – Photo101 Rehab is an event for everyone who loves photography.
Here is photo #10. Check below how it works.
If I can, I shoot people’s portraits when observing them in public spaces. This lady was taking the city tram, together with another woman. They sat in front of me at the back of the car.
I had my camera in my bag, and in few seconds I set up my ‘studio’, shooting many times during the ride, as I wanted to capture her expression when not talking to her friend. Sun rays were my studio lights, changing as the tram moved.
I chose two shots to share with you. The first is a rougher one, made when there was no direct light on her face. She may look sad but she wasn’t; this serious look had to do with the subject of her conversation.
The second had sun light straight on her. I used Lightroom to work on the overexposure on her face and also the contrast, because I liked her soft and caring look on this photo.
I used a Olympus E-M10. Photo edited at Lightroom.
Here is what ‘The Clinic Photo Rehab is:
This blog hosted ‘The Photo101 Rehab Clinic’ from 04 to 31 December 2014 and featured over 170 photos made by Photobloggers Andy Townend, Mara Eastern, Cardinal Guzman, DesleyJane, Justine, Amy, Teresa, Albert, Terri, Giving Thought, Ellen, Nalinki, Mariangeles, DwayCrafts, Lucy, Terri, Bampa’s Views, PeaceCrafting, Dreaming of Leaving and Project Easier.
As former patients informed me that the withdrawal symptoms remained active, and new patients recognized the same symptoms, The Clinic – Photo Rehab reopened its doors.
You can do a self-examination. If you detect any of the following symptoms, as carefully described by Albert from the blog Passionately Curious, come and join us: “Withdrawal symptoms may include the incessant need to carry your camera everywhere with you, the need to wake up in the wee hours to take photos during the golden hour, and checking up on others you met during the course to see what their newfound knowledge has brought fruit to.”
How to join:
Time: The Clinic is open 24 x 7 until the healing process ends.
Camera: You can use any camera, from DSLR, mirrorless, compact, to smartphones.
Theme: Bring your creativity and photograph a theme of your liking in B&W or Color. With or without edition. We like learning techniques as well, if you want to share it with everyone.
Who can join: Anyone can join; and not only former Photo 101 bloggers. All you need is passion. Passion to speak up through images – or words, if you may want to add your thoughts to it as well – showing what you see and how much that is important to you.
Thanks for joining and enjoy it.
The Clinic – Photo Rehab
Here is the link to add your photos. Knock the wall… and click on the image below:
Even if you don’t want to join in, click above and appreciate the beautiful photos of the former and current participants. Go and check their wonderful blogs as well:
Musings from a Frequent Flying Scientist
Snapshots Snippets and Scribbles
How powerful the message of a photo can be… we start thinking we knew that person for a lifetime, all of her feelings, her past… yet we never spoke a word.
It is amazing. That’s what I appreciate the most. Each image has a particular story and message, and when capturing the expressions, we keep wondering what’s behind a smile or a sad face.
And it’s stunning how everyone has his own interpretation, like we were looking in the mirror and not at the picture.
That’s what happens, also when looking at real people instead of photos, as our perceptions are solely based on our references.
It can create some misinterpretations at times.
Oh I love faces like this lady’s, just beautiful. The textures and lines are lovely and you’ve made that glow amplify the caring nature that you mentioned.
Thanks! I had to reduce the glow; it was flat on her face. LR is magic!!
It’s cool, I just need to learn more!!
I’m learning on that way I told you! Lol
I meant to ask, did you show her the photos?
No. I didn’t say the whole story. When I was about to tell her as we got out at the same place, she had a problem with her public transportation card (we need to check in and check out and the money is taken from our bank account) and she couldn’t check out. If you don’t, you must pay a fine.
She didn’t hear my voice and went running to the front of the tram to talk to the conductor. I had to go as I was late to go to a meeting.
So, unfortunately I didn’t have a chance to talk to her.
I waited a minute but she didn’t get out of the car.
Oh well that’s ok. I’m sure she would have been excited to see it.
She was so upset but determined that made me wonder if she would wanted to talk about her photos.
True, she might have been upset with you simply because she was already upset! Poor thing.
It is a great portrait. Those lines and wrinkles speak volumes.
Thank you! I thought so too.
Remember? great minds 😉
Of course!! Are we twins?
haha.. maybe we should meet in real and decide 😉
Beautiful photos. Her face is so expressive. It’s like you can see her soul.
Well done and captivating…
stunning portraits!
Wow – fantastic portraits, and something for me to aspire to. These are photos that tell lots of stories.
Thank you so much. I appreciate you taking time to visit and comment.
These are your best. Absolutely excellent.
Thank you absolutely! And if you use such a superlative, as you are not distributing them as food stamps, then I will absolutely and humbly accept the compliment.
Lucile. How do you manage to keep surpassing yourself to the point to the extent that I am devoid of superlatives?
Lucile is devoid of words to thank you. She will be back when she recovers from fainting. Her hubby.
Her hubby is a lucky man.
Her hubby is, says him!
Perfect. Look forward to meeting you both some day!
My husband already know all stories about you, loves your photos and is a big fan of your art, so he’s looking forward to meeting you too.
Feeling is mutual!
Thank you!
Beautiful portraits! I love your candid city shots .. Her face is so expressive.. And the one with the sunlight shows such a soft and caring look on her face . I guess the wonderful myriad of lines on her face also tell a story… I wonder who she is and what her life has been like… Thank you for sharing and glad you set up your studio to snap these pics in time!
So many stories behind this precious face.
Your portraits are fantastic.
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What an amazing difference between the two, not just your editing but moreso to show how different a face looks when smiling or not, happy or sad. She has a lovely face, but her beauty is hidden moreso before she smiles. Did you know her, talk to her alot? x
Exactly. And that’s why I posted the two photos. She looked much softer when she smiled.
I didn’t know her at all…
those photos make you wish you did know her 🙂
Lucile, I’m loving your street portraits. This one is a particualr favourite – the difference between the two is astonishing and shows just how much impact the light (and a smile) can make to a person’s face. You’re inspiring me to get up closer when I’m shooting. I’m interested to know how near you were to this woman when you took the photo. Did she notice you? I think I need to join your clinic.
Michelle, thank you so much!
So true. That is why I wanted to post both. This lady was strong and very sweet and if one sees just one photo, gets only one impression, and most often negative. The light didn’t hep either.
I was 1 meter away from her. She didn’t notice me because she was focused on listening to her friend. Besides, I don’t use the view finder for these shots as they are intimidating to people. As I look to the camera to compose the shot, and then keep looking at/talking to them, this action hides the fact that I am shooting.
You really should try. Public places are wonderful to give a try. Just sit somewhere and observe.
And please join the clinic. You are going to enjoy our community.
She of the Sun…just a stunning capture Lucile
Thank you so much!