Originally posted on Monochromia.
Subway, New York City
I was struck by the wistfulness of this young woman and would have been happy simply capturing her. But then I saw the larger scene – the busyness of the couple to her right, clearly on a schedule – and loved the contrast. I just had to push the shutter.
this is wonderfully wistful!!
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That girl really is striking. She looks so thoughtful, you wonder what her story is. Wonderful shot!
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I do hope hers is a “good” story, Claire. Thanks so much!
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Glad you did…She is still the immediate focus, but then as the eye wanders, you get the full scene…making for a better image.
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Thanks, Robert! I appreciate hearing that thought 🙂
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Wonderful picture. I like the contrast too – her in the light and the seated passengers in the darkened shadows. It brings out her wistfulness even more.
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Then you “got” what I was hoping for 🙂 Thanks!!
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Oh wow talk about the right moment at the right time. This turned out fantastic.
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Thanks so much, Ida! I was trying to be discreet with my camera while trying to get the settings right before she moved. Luck was with me 🙂
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I so love contrast ….your photo mesmerizing Stacy ! Love , megxxx
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Oh, thanks so much for your kind comment, Meg xxx
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Wonderful image Stacy – one of those ‘thousand word’ moments !
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Thanks very much, Jane. I do hope the thoughts she was lost in were good ones.
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Great capture. The young woman looks in a world of her own.
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She did, Sylvia, and I thought she was strikingly beautiful. Thanks so much 🙂
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Any fantasy I ever had about you and me being pretty much on a par in talent has been effectively quashed the past few months. I hate you!
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Aww, but I love you, Emilio … 😊
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