Just for Fun No C&C will be given: Sadhu

[fahim mohammed]

 

[Charlotte Thompson]

Fahim

I see you caught "The main Power Man"
the strength in his eyes are very complete-
love the catch!

Charlotte

 

[Mike Shimwell]

Very good Fahim - striking expression if you give the picture time and look at it.

Mike

 

[John Angulat]

Incredible, the life of a Sadhu.
And incredible, the capture.
You must tell us more! What is the story behind this image?
How did you meet him?

 

[fahim mohammed]

Fahim

I see you caught "The main Power Man"
the strength in his eyes are very complete-
love the catch!

Charlotte

charlotte: How you keeping dear lady? Thank you for stopping by.

Very good Fahim - striking expression if you give the picture time and look at it.

Mike

Hey Mike. Appreciate you taking time to comment. As is the case in human relationships, it sometimes takes a little time to get to know a person.

Incredible, the life of a Sadhu.
And incredible, the capture.
You must tell us more! What is the story behind this image?
How did you meet him?

John: Grateful sir. John, it has been my experience, in time and around the world, that in 80% of the
cases all it needs for one to get to know another is just to say ' hello ' or ' hi' or equivalent.
The remaining 20% is not worth my time.

It works the other way too. Give the other guy the benefit of the doubt. Works 80% of the time.
The remaining 20% is the experience of life.

This was in Nepal. The Sadhu was talking to someone across the street, walked over, said hi sat down
after about 1/20 minutes he graciously agreed to pose for me.

One condition is a pre-requisite in such encounters across the world..be genuine.

Regards.

 

[Asher Kelman]

The paint and clothes and complex detail of his beard make for a distinguished image of this ascetic.

One part of the man's openness to you, Fahim, is that he has a unique peace within himself and does not see you as a threat. His world view is such that he can greet you without barriers. We, ourselves, by contrast, are not always that open as we have a lot to guard and much to hide for one reason or another!

Asher

 

[fahim mohammed]

The paint and clothes and complex detail of his beard make for a distinguished image of this ascetic.

One part of the man's openness to you, Fahim, is that he has a unique peace within himself and does not see you as a threat. His world view is such that he can greet you without barriers. We, ourselves, by contrast, are not always that open as we have a lot to guard and much to hide for one reason or another!

Asher

'The paint and clothes and complex detail of his beard make for a distinguished image of this ascetic.'.

Thank you.

' One part of the man's openness to you, Fahim, is that he has a unique peace within himself and does not see you as a threat. His world view is such that he can greet you without barriers. We, ourselves, by contrast, are not always that open as we have a lot to guard and much to hide for one reason or another!'

Asher, what you say has merit from a certain perspective. I tend to disagree.

Speaking personally. Suppose I too was thinking in a similar vein. Why is this person approaching me?
Maybe he/she thinks a person of my appearance and background should not have a Leica? Maybe I don't deserve it.

Maybe I do not deserve many other things too, which ( he/she ) might think should ' rightly' belong to him/her.

Would I be justified in my world view?

To keep matters simple and enjoy my holidays, I go where my money gives me the most satisfaction and enjoyment. I tend to go where I can say ' hi' and meet people...80% of the time. The other 20%,
I really do not let them spoil my holiday.

I do not guard myself to the extent of becoming paranoid about the human race. I shall take my risks
and enjoy the company of others..who might become friends.

 

[Asher Kelman]

' One part of the man's openness to you, Fahim, is that he has a unique peace within himself and does not see you as a threat. His world view is such that he can greet you without barriers. We, ourselves, by contrast, are not always that open as we have a lot to guard and much to hide for one reason or another!'

Asher, what you say has merit from a certain perspective. I tend to disagree.

Speaking personally. Suppose I too was thinking in a similar vein. Why is this person approaching me?

That's fine!

Maybe he/she thinks a person of my appearance and background should not have a Leica? Maybe I don't deserve it.

That then does not apply to the man with the beard. It does indeed apply to others who might be jealous. I was just wondering if the Sandhu, at after all his years of apprenticeship, reflection, rejection of property for himself and self discipline would harbor thoughts of coveting or questioning what's yours? Do the Sandhu try to apply their own values to others and be judgmental or are they doing something personal for them to bring more holiness and credit to the wider community of India?

Maybe I do not deserve many other things too, which ( he/she ) might think should ' rightly' belong to him/her.

That point of view is more likely if you take the wrong turn and go to the wrong neighborhood in Paris or Los Angeles. Your property is fair game!

Would I be justified in my world view?

Most folk do not covert our goods! Still, I don't feel that driving in an open car with a thick gold chain and a Rollex watch is a good idea, well not in any place with traffic lights, LOL!

To keep matters simple and enjoy my holidays, I go where my money gives me the most satisfaction and enjoyment. I tend to go where I can say ' hi' and meet people...80% of the time. The other 20%, I really do not let them spoil my holiday.

And 99.99% of the time, that works!

Asher

 

[Mark Hampton]

tight at the top / why cut the hat ? - why centre - beautiful subject – eyes not clear - beautiful subject - love this - do you mean to miss things ?

 

[fahim mohammed]

tight at the top / why cut the hat ? - why centre - beautiful subject – eyes not clear - beautiful subject - love this - do you mean to miss things ?

Mark: Thanks for the comments.

Answer: Bad Photography.

Regards.

 

[fahim mohammed]

That's fine!
That then does not apply to the man with the beard. It does indeed apply to others who might be jealous. I was just wondering if the Sandhu, at after all his years of apprenticeship, reflection, rejection of property for himself and self discipline would harbor thoughts of coveting or questioning what's yours? Do the Sandhu try to apply their own values to others and be judgmental or are they doing something personal for them to bring more holiness and credit to the wider community of India?



That point of view is more likely if you take the wrong turn and go to the wrong neighborhood in Paris or Los Angeles. Your property is fair game!



Most folk do not covert our goods! Still, I don't feel that driving in an open car with a thick gold chain and a Rollex watch is a good idea, well not in any place with traffic lights, LOL!



And 99.99% of the time, that works!

Asher

Asher: Have a lovely day. here's to you:

Do you take sugar?

Regards.

 

[Asher Kelman]

Asher: Have a lovely day. here's to you:

Do you take sugar?

Regards.

Fahim,

I'm looking forward to having such a drink with you; no sugar needed.

Asher

 

[Mark Hampton]

Mark: Thanks for the comments.

Answer: Bad Photography.

Regards.

but its not - that was the point !

 

[Asher Kelman]

tight at the top / why cut the hat ? - why centre - beautiful subject – eyes not clear - beautiful subject - love this - do you mean to miss things ?

Mark: Thanks for the comments.

Answer: Bad Photography.

Both of you are mistaken, LOL!

First let me address the framing so as to omit the top of the hat! This is not needed and forces us to enter the picture from the top, if we so choose and immediately get caught by the paint and his eyes. We don't want the edge of the hat to act as a fence which the mind has to evaluate for significance before proceeding to explore further. So this is a good point. It's part of making the necessary exclusions in our better shots, LOL!

So Mark, there's a great benefit to this unless one is marketing or documenting the hats! Fahim, get used to it, sometimes you do indeed make modestly appropriate decisions!

Asher

Had you included the entire hat, then I'd have wanted either to crop it away or else add tons more sky to give a splendid view of the man from the point of view of standing before the heavens.

 

[Arun Gaur]

Fahim
Where did you take this photot?
Arun
http://http://tripolia-indianlandscapeimages.com

 

[fahim mohammed]

Fahim
Where did you take this photot?
Arun
http://http://tripolia-indianlandscapeimages.com

Arun: Nepal. Does it count?

Regards.

 

[fahim mohammed]

Both of you are mistaken, LOL!

First let me address the framing so as to omit the top of the hat! This is not needed and forces us to enter the picture from the top, if we so choose and immediately get caught by the paint and his eyes. We don't want the edge of the hat to act as a fence which the mind has to evaluate for significance before proceeding to explore further. So this is a good point. It's part of making the necessary exclusions in our better shots, LOL!

So Mark, there's a great benefit to this unless one is marketing or documenting the hats! Fahim, get used to it, sometimes you do indeed make modestly appropriate decisions!

Asher

Had you included the entire hat, then I'd have wanted either to crop it away or else add tons more sky to give a splendid view of the man from the point of view of standing before the heavens.

Mark: Listen to Asher. A better teacher we won't find. I listen to him. Very Carefully.

Thank you Asher.