I hit the downtown streets of San Antonio for photos again today. This is Manny and he is homeless . . . living on the streets or in shelters. I've become more aware of the homeless situation in San Antonio since I've been walking around the downtown streets for photos. There is an interesting twist to how I got this shot . . . Manny saw me walking up the sidewalk with my camera and HE asked ME if I wanted to take his photo. I was quite happy since it is usually the other way around.
@milaniet I have printed out several of my other street shots (guard at The Alamo, Raspa Man, and the Barber) and gone back to give them a copy . . . they were surprised and quite pleased. I think I'll do the same for Manny . . . hopefully I'll be able to find him again. :-)
A poignant photo and one that needs to be seen more often so that everyone is aware that they should never take the little things in their lives for granted because things like a place to sleep comfortably, the ability to get a hot meal, the comfort of a nice home are anything but small to so many. Great photo and I'll say an extra prayer for him by name tonite. Thanks for a great share Gayle!
Great portrait - everything that everyone else has already said. im so impressed that you are printing them out and going back with the photos. What a great thing to do! I hope, one day, to be so brave and throughtful.
so that they can print their pics on the spot. Might be something to consider if that is a passion for you. This is a very respectful and dignified portrait and says as much about you as about your subject. Well done.
So unusual for someone to ask you to take a photo!