I quite like your shot, I am not sure if it is on topic, but that is not so important to me. It is my highest rated shot in this challenge so far. You have certainly captured a very 'human' moment. His forehead is slightly overexposed, but none the less excellent job.
I have seen "Homeless" before your photograph, comparing them, I perceive that the other model looks confused, almost frightened, that moves you into thinking about desolation. But your model and picture transmit very strongly the ideas of attention, preparation, hunting, but not quite desolation: 9
All faces tell a story ...I love to photgraph faces the best by far..especially children and the elderly..this is wonderful...the face tells of a life time of experiences both good and bad....good job
You couldn't have found a more downtrodden looking gentleman! The lighting on his face is a wonderful compliment to the overall composition of the picture...great job!! :)
this is a wonderful portrait...I personally don't read the mood as desolate but rather an intense thought process and there's a detachment that I respond to. Fine shot.