Rome

Uploaded: December 02, 2008

Description

Taken on a walk while in Rome in March 08. Beggar outside of a church. It's so sad to see these people. Topaz Adjust used to bring out details, cropped. Thanks for looking, :)

Exif: F Number: 5.6, Exposure Bias Value: 0.00, ExposureTime: 1/60 seconds, Flash: did not fire, auto mode, ISO: 250, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 35.00 mm, Model: DSLR-A100

Comments

Mary Beth Aiello level-classic December 02, 2008

Great comp and color, Mary. #1044877

Milan Banik December 02, 2008

like this composition #6839616

Jean E. Hildebrant December 02, 2008

A wonderful find, Mary! It really shows the enormity of the church. Sad to think she has to beg! #6839621

Joy Rector December 02, 2008

what a fantastic shot #6840217

Dr Silly level-classic December 02, 2008

Yes it is sad. My guess is did the church help her. If not that is sad. :O)
#6840555

Mary E. Lake December 02, 2008

Mary Beth, Milan, Jean, Joy, Dr Silly, thank you all for stopping by and commenting. I appreciate it. :) #6841677

Gina Cormier December 03, 2008

Powerful image and comp. Just beautiful! #6845923

Mary E. Lake December 03, 2008

Again, thank you so much Gina for all your support!! :) #6846117

Courtenay Vanderbilt December 03, 2008

Another poignant image and beautifully presented Mary. #6846400

December 05, 2008

Very powerful image and composition Mary. #6855444

Mary E. Lake December 05, 2008

Many thanks Courtenay & Janet, it is such a sad thing to see. #6856012

Corinne M. Thompson December 06, 2008

Very well done Mary, I love the treatment used here! #6860501

Mary E. Lake December 07, 2008

Many thanks Corinne, much appreciated, :) #6862437

Joseph M. Muench level-classic December 13, 2008

Lovely composition...tells a story well.
-Joe #6888433

Mary E. Lake December 13, 2008

Thank you very much Joseph, :) #6889181

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