Capturing the Essence
Stephen Shoemaker through Nancy's lens
What makes this such a compelling image? Is it the composition, following the “Thirds” rule so meticulously? Is it the fact that there’s nothing superfluous, nothing to clutter up the scene and detract from the very definite focal point? The light providing a semi-silhouette and yet with enough clarity to allow the subject to be recognizable? Or maybe it’s the imposing figure standing in front of heavy boulders and the vastness and power of the sea. Or the hat? The shadow? The reflection? Yes, it’s all of this working and coming together to “paint” the painter, to turn the tables on the man usually behind the easel. Here, Nancy is the artist and Stephen the subject.
Well done, Nancy . . . and Stephen! You’ve captured a moment that is both straight up, and on the rocks!
I love reflective images….it gives you lots of things to think about…the moment…the location… the travel…what was on his mind…
wonderful wonderful image!
This is a great portrait of Stephen! It almost looks like a movie poster…. I looked at it for a long time and couldn’t decide if it was serious or funny! Maybe it’s both! In a way he looks out of place with the water and beachyness compared to the way he’s dressed but he kinda matches in ruggedness with the rocks. And the composition is fantastic. I love it!