Childs' Play, a photo from Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv

Photographer's Note

I just happened to notice these two playing chess while driving along the sea shore in Bat Yam. First thing that caught my eyes were the assymetrical hat positions. Also, there seem to be major age differences which for me give this scene an untold story quality.
Since this was shot from far away (about 20m) the DOF was problematic (ie, everything was in focus). Some delicate PS work was done to blur out the background, I hope it's not too noticable.

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tibloko (563) 2004-03-04 11:08

Nice shot! i like foto with this character shalom:)

lukasfoto (3078) 2004-03-04 11:44 [Comment]

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snuggleaphagus (4146) 2004-03-04 12:19

Great capture. The older man's expression is so full of joy and he even looks a bit mischievious. Your Photoshop work is wonderful I only wish I could do it that well. I love the man's hand gesture.

piozac (2065) 2004-03-04 13:08

A great action shot, you're probably pro sport photographer! Just kiddin'...

It's a very pleasant photo, perfect b&w tones, in focus...
Congratulations

Ebbe (9625) 2004-03-04 13:36

I think the blurring here works fine since there is a distance to the blurred objects. The pose of the man just about to decide which one to grab is so well timed.

Eagle78 (1933) 2004-03-04 17:24

What a lovely capture Guy! You really managed to get a wonderful image. The details you wrote about are really precious. Great work :)

avigur_11 (22553) 2004-03-05 4:55

Very well done, Guy. I like this kind of shots. I like the way the two hats facing th esame direction.. and I like the older man's expression. B/W is a good decision here. I am not sure about the frame, but I like this pic very much.