The elderly gentleman with a stick

Shot at Gedling Country Park on Sunday.

I was waiting for a cyclist to pass by as I thought this would make for a cool photo opportunity. None came by in 5 minutes, so I opted for this elderly gentleman

Converted in Rawtherapee. I tone mapped the original colour shot and then added a film simulation filter of an Ilford XP2 film

I don't know if I should have gone with a bit more contrast. Lots of negative space and the gentleman is walking into the picture as opposed to out of it.

[Maggiemae]

I like this processing - it gives movement and emphasis! Like the crook walking stick too!

[Kerri]

Great b&w

[Pat Knowles]

I really like the pencil type drawing of this shot Phil. It fits the scene of the older walker perfectly! Your perspective works well too........I bet he thought what's that silly fool crouching down there for!!!

[Dione Giorgio]

Very nice shot and I like the processing.

[Myrna O'Hara]

wonderful b&w, perfect for this shot, fav

[Nicole]

beautiful capture and the bright b&w works so well!

[Ivan]

Nice angle on this walker.

[Nick]

Works well (for me!)

[Gena Pegg]

This shot is excellent Phil. I love your pov and the composition. A very moving image.

[Hazel]

Lovely composition. One of those shots I want to just keep on looking at. fav

[elkehochban]

Great shot, Phil!

[Phil Howcroft]

@timandelke @quietpurplehaze @eyesmile @nicknac @ivan @nicoleterheide @sailingmusic @maggiemae @happypat @kerristephens @sangwann thanks everyone for your kind words, faves and continued support

[Alison Hewitt Bailey]

I like the angle and the strong, simple (compliment) composition - the man's stride is very purposeful and dynamic.

[Phil Howcroft]

@dulciknit thanks alison, i wanted a big sky with fluffy clouds, but the sky has creates some nice "negative space" :)

[Annie D]

i like the gentleman and simple composition

[Al Bailey]

Lovely shot and processing! :)