I cried when I saw this young man on the beach. He was doing his very best to make it through the sand, but was struggling. I was glad I was able to capture a smile. I think he was an angel... who's courage was meant to inspire us all.............
my heart grows wings and tears swell up everytime i look at this photo. it inspires me to be the very best i can be and to always believe in angels.
this photo is very close to my heart and in submitting it for a challenge i hope for nothing more than his courage and smile to be spread abundantly :)
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I can't believe I have yet to fav this shot! One sweet inspiring pic! Very well done and a 6.14 is just plain rediculous on a shot like this. The composition and subject are wonderful and the color tones etc. are also pleasing. So well done!
I absolutely love this "emotive" image. so very much Shannon. Yes, it also brings tears to my eyes as well.
You are also an angel, IMO, for capturing this beautiful inspiring photo, for us all to see, and share.
Thank you so very much sweet girl, and both you and I, have a kindred spirit, thats for sure.
I am amazed at your thoughtfulness, and kind heart, to actually be inspired with the magic you have, behind that camera of yours.
easily one of the most inspiring images on the site. i'm so glad you entered in, as now, it will be part of the dpc permanent record. even though i'm not a huge fan of how you processed it, the underlying message is so strong that you really couldn't mess it up if you tried.
I remember seeing this posted for discussion in the threads last year and the story behind the photo. What an emotional tale is portrayed from this one single photo. Even without having read the story, this photo would speak volumes to me.
I remember seeing this shot, and also reading the accompanying story behind it which obviously benefits me over other people who haven't read it.
Purely on the photograph though and the perfectly timed nature of this candid i'd give it a strong 8.
Well done.
I am making an assumption here and guessing that this young man has Cerebral Palsy. Reguardless of what his condition is - it truly is mighty for him to be out and about on the beach with his walker. Hard packed land can be hard enough. - As for the technical merrit I think this photo would be better served taken later in the day so that there is not so much glare off of the ocean. Give this kid a big old congrats from me! I think its awesome!
shannon,
I seriously find it hard to say anything about this image.
All I can say is take insurance out on your vision because it is priceless.
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nick
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