Celebration

[lfc1892]

Really liked the contrast between the shop front and the chap outside. The youth against the age and most of all the celebration against the sombre mood of the old chap. Left the wall in on the right side to balance the shot up, but could crop it in a touch to make it less prominent, although I think it's ok as is.
Taken on a G3, 20mm prime, very very low light and hand held at ISO500 f2.2.
Hope the contradictory relationship between the two comes across well.

 

[lfc1892]

an edit....
but not sure if the guy looks photoshopped...

 

[Jao]

I like it, nice contrast!

 

[gramps]

Another good capture, however I prefer it without the wall, gives an even greater feeling of him being 'side-lined' from the celebrating IMO.

 

[lfc1892]

thanks for the reply guys. I know what you mean about the wall, Gramps as I have already cut it back a bit but will have a play and repost.

thanks again.