Unique! That helps overcome the darkness in the eyes. I think this is probably one of the most interesting images I've come across in a while. Not sure what it says to me, but I really like it. 9 -danny
When I first saw the contrast challenge come out I immediately thought about taking a photo of one of these guys. But you can never find one when you need one :-) You found him, good on you. This is very good, especially the play of light and shadows.
I bet you'll get a lot of comments asking if it's a statue. :) How did you get the black background, assuming it's one of those guys in the tourist areas of a city? That fake hair is really cool.
I think you got me, at first I was sure this was a statue on second look of course it is not. The hair is good, and you caught a good expression on him, his eys are frozen yet alert, (good mime) Would have like to have seen slightly more light on his face, but generally a good capture.