Portrait of Veteran

[Yuri Pautov]

We celebrated 60 years of Victory day in the World War II some days ago and 15 of May was a day for photo competition here (I took part)... The 6-day after the Victory day... How our country lives, our people... and so on...
I met this man at 8 in the morning, He's 82!
He agreed to participate in photo competition :-)

So, this is our contribution:
http://pautov.viplast.ru/images/gallery/2293.jpg
I took this photo in the arc - it was very sunny...
Spasibo,
Yuri

[AlexIs]

Hi Yuri

Woow what a beautiful picture! I love the colors, the brightness, sharpness and background of this picture.

What are his decorations? Is that a uniform he is wearing?

greetz

alexis

[4labs]

Yuri as usual a great portrait. You really captured the man's character.

[ginger_55]

Yuri, great photo and very moving.

ginger

[SusanB]

Yuri,

Outstanding portrait both technically and characteristically. Thanks for sharing this important moment with us. :clap :clap

Susan

[Angelo]

Yuri - as always you've presented a beautiful picture full of great character. His age coupled with the slightly ragged edges of his coat, hat and even his medals all combine beautifully. :thumb

[johno]

Great capture of history Yuri... Imagine the history he can tell. You honor him in this capture with his merits pinned to his tatterd and worn coat.

Did you get any other shots like this one of the celebration day?

peace.
johno~

[rahmonster]

The portrait that tells a story. Wonderful Yuri, as always. There is so much in his eyes, just beautiful Yuri:clap

[lr1811]

Once again Yuri shares a great portrait! That's why I PM'ed you for your secrets - everything you show is great!!!

Brian

[MuskyDude]

Character. Thats the first thing that comes to mind, Yuri. The stories this man could tell... Wonderfull portrait, as usual.


AJ

[Yuri Pautov]

Hi Yuri

Woow what a beautiful picture! I love the colors, the brightness, sharpness and background of this picture.

What are his decorations? Is that a uniform he is wearing?

greetz

alexis
Alexis, this is an arc in the building. I choose it for background because of its nice color and structure.
Yuri

[Yuri Pautov]

Great capture of history Yuri... Imagine the history he can tell. You honor him in this capture with his merits pinned to his tatterd and worn coat.

Did you get any other shots like this one of the celebration day?

peace.
johno~

No, johno...
This one was made on May, 15 esp. for photo competition.
Spasibo,
Yuri

[Ric Grupe]

...and a portrait to be proud of. :bow :lust

[SirArmstrong]

This makes me want to stick out my hand, introduce myself then listen and learn. The stories in his face and proud display of his ribbons draw me in.
Thanks for sharing!

[pete w]

Looks like the 828 is working:clap well

[Jeremy Hall]

As everyone said, you have captured a photo that seems to exude the character of the individual. On par with all your quality photos.

[lynnma]

thanks for sharing this Yuri.. very moving and makes you lean forward and check every detail.. it's wonderful:clap :clap

[Steve Cavigliano]

Excellent Yuri :thumb :thumb


You captured his essence, right down to his upturned eyebrow :clap


Steve

[Yuri Pautov]

Looks like the 828 is working:clap wellSorry, Pete - this is my true old F707 (I've made > 32000 shots)!

[Seamus]

Yuri, you captured your subject perfectly, a very proud man. As the others have said, he must have some remarkable stories to tell. :thumb


Shay.

[wxwax]

Gosh, what's not to like? Great character, super sharp, skin tones even a Baldy could love, all around first class execution.

[Michiel de Brieder]

excellent shot Yuri, Spasibo for sharing!!! I really like the colours and sharpness and the composition! :thumb

[USAIR]

Another great portrait Yuri :clap :clap :clap :clap :clap

Thank You
Fred