CHUCKIE

Uploaded: June 13, 2011 02:36:09

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On Saturday I was honored to shoot the event "Authentic Minds" College Fair in North Philadelphia. The event was organized by my friend Maurice Hayman (aka "The Authentic") a brilliant, hard working Hip-Hop singer/songwriter whose mission is to encourage inner city kids to stay in school and then go on to college. "There's no reason you cannot go to Princeton University."
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I arrived early at the MLK Recreation Center and was befriended by Chuckie, the boxing trainer at the gym. After accepting that I wasn't going to learn rope jumping on that day, he showed me around, and I realized that HIS mission was to "save" young people from drugs and crime and build pride and self respect in them. I met some of "his kids." What a day!
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Exif: F Number: 5, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/640 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 1600, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 65.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 5D

Comments

Carolyn M. Fletcher level-classic June 13, 2011

I'm guessing that was one of the more interesting days you've had lately! What a great opportunity for some cool shots! #1384820

Michelle Alton June 13, 2011

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nice story an commitment
6/13/2011 2:38:32 AM
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Gord MacEachern June 13, 2011

Great portrait Michelle, sounds like you had a great day! #9457513

Paul E. Earl June 13, 2011

Fantastic portrait!! #9457528

Jack Gaskin June 13, 2011

GREAT PORTRAIT a MOST INTERESTING STORY...

Happy Shooting
Jack #9457538

Jeff Robinson level-deluxe June 13, 2011

What a Great event! Outstanding location portrait, use of tones and a wonderful story to go with it!! #9457570

Alan L. Borror June 13, 2011

Fantastic portrait, Michelle! Superb story and must have been a wonderful experience. #9457611

MELODIE C. ROBERTS June 13, 2011

His Fist are so strong and his eyes so gentle

Perfect Portrait Mickey

Outstanding tones! #9457633

Agnes Fegan level-deluxe June 13, 2011

Sounds like a wonderful day ... and you came away with an awesome portrait! #9457784

Ron McEwan June 13, 2011

This is a perfectly composed portraite Michelle well done indeed. #9457835

Danny B. Head June 13, 2011

Awesome capture..perfect light! #9457976

Monnie Ryan June 13, 2011

Great story, terrific portrait, Michelle! #9458111

Val Feldman level-deluxe June 13, 2011

It's a bonus to the soul when you can give back - what a wonderful opportunity for you and what a wonderful job Chuckie and others are doing for inner city kids with their dedication and commitment to encourage by selfless mentoring. Excellent portrait of this fine young man, Michelle - Hats off to all of you for making a difference! #9458137

Candice C. Calhoun level-deluxe June 13, 2011

Great portrait, cannot wait to see more from this most meaningful event!

ccc #9458166

Emile Abbott level-deluxe June 13, 2011

Thanks for your work and effort Chuckie and I hope you stimulate many others to follow in your foot steps. Awesome portrait Michelle. Give him a copy. #9458224

Mike Clime June 13, 2011

Excellent portrait and tones, Michelle! I won third place in jump rope in grade school. #9458714

Nancyj E. Hovey level-classic June 13, 2011

Fantastic capture of this giving man! Your day must have been thrilling and full of inner hugs and smiles, as well as outward! Kudo's for a job more than well done...and to be continued! Outstanding presentation and story! 8o) #9458787

Tammy Espino June 13, 2011

I am thinking you could fill up a whole book with just your stories :)
A wonderful capture!!! #9458991

Rony Sagy June 13, 2011

Amazing capture, Michelle. Great story and wonderful work here. #9458992

Gregory R. Gaskin June 13, 2011

What a fabulous portrait. I really like B&W but I am not going to go through all of the other things you did right, let me sum it up by saying I think this is the best work you have ever done. I was also quite impressed by the man after reading your narrative. #9459182

Ann Coates level-classic June 13, 2011

This portrait is a fantastic tribute to this man who gives hope to those that cross his path. Must have been an awe inspiring day Michelle. #9459189

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict June 13, 2011

Sounds like a great day and you've captured an exceptional and powerful image to remember it by!

Debby

#9459435

Bonnie C. Lackey level-classic June 13, 2011

The lighting and tones are exceptional - what is over the top is that you captured the essence of the man. Way cool, Michelle! #9459519

Brett Dolsen June 14, 2011

Wow Michelle!!Exceptional Work! #9459673

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic June 14, 2011

Fabulous portrait and what a story. It is wonderful that so many give back to their communities in exceptional ways. #9460075

Marilyn K. Lincecum level-classic June 15, 2011

Beautiful portrait!! Fantastic light, tones and detail. #9462086

Dennis Gay June 16, 2011

G'day *Michelle*!

Mega congratz for the EP.

This is a very striking, very graphic B&W portrait with a look of the B&Ws of the 1950s about it.
For the life of me though I cannot see why that dorrlock is there though. ;-)
Great pose, excellent eye contact and great tones and contrast.

GB
Dennis #9463321

Dick Jenkins June 16, 2011

You can see a tenderness in his eyes can't you Michelle? That's what these kids need today, a safe haven from the streets on which they live and a friendly environment in which to develop some skills. I grew up in such a place during the war when our fathers were off fighting another battle. Your family grows when you become part of such a community and your big brothers are all around you to protect and give guidance.

Chuckie shows me a lot of tenderness in his eyes and smile. Your picture conveys that very well Michelle. #9463520

Mike F. Anderson June 16, 2011

Great story telling photo, Michelle. Enjoyed all your latest B/W series #9464545

Renata Gusciora June 17, 2011

Fabulous b&w portrait,Michelle!Great lighting! #9465664

Mitch Spence level-classic June 18, 2011

Oh, Michelle, honestly, I want to tag along with you to all the terrific places you get. I am so jealous. Well, now that I've got that off my chest, I love this shot. Great character, pose, expression and black and white conversion. #9466589

Erica Murphy level-classic June 19, 2011

Awesome portrait and story Michelle!! #9468441

Tamara K. Walker level-classic June 20, 2011

What a magnificent portrait and role model, the world needs more Chuckies. #9469745

Monnie Ryan July 28, 2011

Congratulations, Michelle - WTG! #9560834

Renata Gusciora July 28, 2011

Big congratulations on this fabulous finalist,Michelle!!!:-) #9560835

Tammy Espino July 28, 2011

Congratulations on your awesome finalist! Good luck next round :) #9560872

Agnes Fegan level-deluxe July 28, 2011

Congratulation Michelle! #9561110

Bonnie C. Lackey level-classic July 28, 2011

Congrats, Michelle! I'm so glad this is a finalist. #9561140

Ron McEwan July 28, 2011

Big congrats to you Michelle this is a fine portrait, so deserving WTG #9561258

Mukesh Srivastava July 28, 2011

Huge congrats for the well deserved Finalist, Michelle!!! #9561450

Ellen Hodges July 28, 2011

Huge congrats on a fantastic and well deserved finalist, Michelle!! Very best luck!!! #9561453

Bill Johnson July 28, 2011

Michelle, Congrats on your finalist selection. Good luck. #9561584

Tomás Widow July 28, 2011

Congrats Michelle!!!
Absoutelly deserved!
#9561598

Heather Loewenhardt level-classic July 28, 2011

Congratulations Michelle on this wonderful image and the award. Good luck. #9561620

Deborah C. Lewinson level-addict July 28, 2011

So glad to see this again, Michelle!

Congrats and best wishes!
Debby #9561732

Mike F. Anderson July 28, 2011

Way to go, Michelle! #9561736

Carol L. Fowler July 28, 2011

Big Congrats! #9562038

Ann Coates level-classic July 28, 2011

Congratulations on your superb finalist Michelle. #9562121

Reynaldo D. Reyes level-classic July 28, 2011

What a super portrait Michelle, Congrats! #9562198

Rony Sagy July 28, 2011

Congratulations Michelle on this deserving capture. #9562289

Dennis Gay July 28, 2011

Yo *M8chelle*!

My BIGGEST, my waaarrrmest, my cheeeeeriest Aussie congratz for your *FINALIST AWARD*!!!!!

See, I told you it was good! ;-)

GB
Dennis #9562349

Marilyn Cornwell July 29, 2011

Congratulations, Michelle! This is a beautiful portrait and Finalist! #9562891

Marijana Fajgl July 29, 2011

Big congratulations on your fantastic finalist, Michelle! #9563021

Stefania Barbier level-classic July 29, 2011

congratulations on your wonderful finalist!!! #9563080

Danny B. Head July 29, 2011

Love the whole series! Congrats! #9563172

Lisa J. Boulden level-classic July 29, 2011

Fantastic finalist, Michelle!
Congratulations!
~♥~lisa #9563175

Linda Blair July 29, 2011

Gorgeous portrait and finalist...love the story too!! #9564142

JO ANN CLEVELAND July 29, 2011

Congratulation on this awesome finalist
Michelle and so very well deserved! Very interesting story too...

jo ann c. #9564310

Richard B. Hallick July 29, 2011

Congratulations on the finalist selection. Great portrait. Beautiful BW tones. #9564648

Patrick Rouzes level-classic July 29, 2011

Heyyy, Michelle-Congratulations & good luck, my friend! #9564817

ALLEN O. HOWARD July 29, 2011

A stellar presentation Michelle!!! What a fantastic portrait! Congratulations!!! #9564875

Courtenay Vanderbilt July 29, 2011

Terrific portrait and Finalist, Michelle! #9564879

Bojan Bencic level-classic July 29, 2011

Congratulations on your finalist, Michelle. #9564965

Nadia Paul July 29, 2011

Congrats on your wonderful finalist Michelle! #9566460

Debra R. Harder July 29, 2011

This is a fabulous portrait, Michelle! Huge congratulations on your excellent finalist! Deb #9566651

MELODIE C. ROBERTS July 29, 2011

I know this one has a special place in your heart ;0)

Congratulations Mickey

A well deserved finalists that

Belonged in the winners circle #9567107

Merna L. Nobile July 30, 2011


Imagine it. Feel it. Receive it. Congratulations, your entry was very special and thanks for sharing it with all of us. Merna Nobile
#9569785

Sharon Sawyer July 30, 2011

WTG, Michelle!!! HUGE congratulations on your outstanding and well deserved finalist!!! #9569854

Marilyn K. Lincecum level-classic July 30, 2011

Great job..Congratulations again on your finalist !! #9570370

Gerri R. Jones July 30, 2011

Congratulations on this finalist award, Michelle...a wonderfully honest expression you have captured! #9570659

Emile Abbott level-deluxe July 31, 2011

Glad to see CHUCKIE in the finalist column Michelle #9572233

Amanda D. Austwick level-classic August 01, 2011

Michelle, What a great portrait, and from Philly, my old home town. Congratulations on this great Finalist!!! #9574729

Patti Coblentz August 07, 2011

What a great guy with a terrific mission...wonderful capture, Michelle...I'm pleased this got a finalist :) #9588592

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