Together In Prayer

This is my last "people shot" from my trip to the Buddhist temple in Waterloo Street on Thursday. I added grain and vignette.

These devotees were facing the street at the entrance of the temple as they prayed. You can see that there are people behind them who faced the interior of the temple. They are perfect strangers who live separate lives, who pray in their own ways, but their devotion to the same faith has brought them together, if only for a few moments that day.

Khalil Gibran: "I love you when you bow in your mosque, kneel in your temple, pray in your church. For you and I are sons of one religion, and it is the spirit."

[Sean O'Neill]

Another fabulous slice of life Livia. Your commentary gives me a clear understanding of what you were trying to capture, Great stuff again.

[Megsy]

cool shot - a fav

[Jann]

You came up with some great street shots. Proud of your efforts. Still fear it myself. I do like touristy events though so I can fit in with a camera.

[Kirsty Alexandra]

Lovely little shot of life, I really love this photo. I'm a bit scared of street photography so I love seeing other peoples'.

[Blessie]

Beautiful B&W people shot! Great lighting. I appreciate the caption. Thanks for sharing, Livia.

[Mags]

Wow! Lots of men in this shot! Wonderful shot of this ritual, Livia! Great work!

[Humphrey Hippo]

Fascinating shot. Love seeing other cultures like this via 365. Love the b&w.

[Beau]

I think the way you captured not only their different styles of prayer and faith, but also the expressions on their faces is outstanding.

[Sheila]

This is so well photographed!!

[Mimi Ditchie]

Excellent composition and black and white treatment....a great series.

[Dana Palermo]

What a great capture!! its like something you would see in a magazine to talk about the religion...great job!!

[Sharon]

Great capture and so perfect for the theme!

[Jen Hudson]

Great shot full of expression, good b/w.

[Pyrrhula]

I don`t dare to make shots like this , even don`r dare to ask. So I like yours twice as much . Great shot and beautiful B+W

[Dixie Goode]

I always want to take these too but feel like I'm invading. Yet it is a lovely scene to honor

[karenann]

Beautiful photo and great expression on their faces. Love this in b&w and perfect processing. Interesting pov of how they all come together and respect each other's worship.. Like Gibran's words.

[Debbi M]

Another stunning street shot. The B&W works really well in this. You have captured great expressions on their faces.

[Courtney]

Perfect moment unnoticed. This photo feels very Helen Levitt Like. I love her work and I love this photo. fav

[Paula]

Love your processing!

[Chris]

Awesome shot - love the intense mood.

[scooter]

Awesome capture!!

[davide]

another great candid from you!

[Michelle]

Excellent image. Very emotional.

[Michelle]

This is so wonderfully captured.

[Teri]

Capturing their moment of prayer and sharing it with us is of pure spirit and gives hope to the heart...Thank you

[summerfield]

fantastic images you've caught here, livia.

[Shirley Chetwynd]

wonderful processing Livia.

[Roberta Clark Chalmers]

Wonderful shot - I really like the b&w.

[Aysha]

Love the vibe and just the whole picture! :D

[Monika]

They are all so intensely into their thoughts and prayers which is what you have captured here.

[Nikki]

Great photo. You have captured the feeling well.

[Aleksandra]

Great processing on this shot. Love the grain and vignette, great street shot.

[Kerri]

Cool capture

[Marie]

Another great street shot!

[Jeni]

You really are getting brave with your candids! And, more adventurous with your editing! We'll be seeing you with a dslr next....Well done!!
;-)

[Lennon's Mom]

So interesting- great shot Livia! Well done on the series!

[Cindy Rez]

Your street shots are really amazing!

[Catherine W.]

I am learning that I like people best in b&w. It really captures something special!

[Livia]

@jenirainbow Haha, a DSLR is not going to happen. I don't want one. 8D

[Caryn]

Nice cultural shot...love it!

[Trisha Ford]

Livia, you are doing such a terrific job! I loved your indoor shots, but I'm loving the outside even more. Keep it coming! ;)

[Sharon]

terrific processing

[Debbie Orlando]

Wonderful shot, wonderful in B&W. I've enjoyed these shots of your people from the temple.

[Rach_who]

You have certainly captured the moment well.

[Brian Baptie]

Wonderful shot and narrative!!

[Danielle Greenwood]

wonderful shot!

[Louie]

Great intensity in the shot. Love it in B&W, I think it adds to what you say about unity.

[Peter de Graaff]

Love the sincerity and devotion

[jerry plume]

Amazing capture, Livia!

[Darlene]

What a great capture, Livia. In the moment. Looks great in B&W.

[Bobbyj]

wonderful capture Livia

[D Enezi]

Love the b&w as well. Really fantastic capture.

[Sue Wilde]

Perfect again Liv...Love this one, and love your commentary

[michelle mcintyre]

Beautiful capture ...perfect quote!

[Jo]

Great shot - love B&W. Thanks for dropping by and leaving a comment.

[Dione Giorgio]

Lovely capture, Livia. And what great words , those of Khalil Gibran.

[Princess Fairlane]

Beautiful street shot Livia. looks so perfect in B&W :D

[Ruth Moucharafieh]

Great street in B and W! Love the processing!

[alia_801]

Great capture of all the people sharing the moment in their own ways.

[paula goff]

Fabulous shot and a fav for me. the quote from Kahlil Gibran, I've never heard it, but I love it. I think those are words that everyone should learn to love.

[trude]

Fantastic shot Livia, love your processing too!!

[Taephy]

All of them certainly look very earnest!

[Brandie]

Such a powerful shot. The processing is spot on.

[Mark Buehl]

Great shot and I like the B&W processing.

[Howard Steele]

Great real life scene,great capture

[Claire]

This shot really shows their faith, excellent job

[Linda Lorraine]

I really get pulled into their emotion and process and the energy between them. Great!

[Elizabeth]

touching.

[lil Buddha]

Cool shot and processing!

[Livia]

A great, big, theme-conscious, really heartfelt "THANK YOU!" to everyone!

I say this every day and I mean every word, I appreciate so much that you have taken some time out of your busy schedules to stop by and leave a comment. I'm grateful. Street photography isn't easy at all but I am very glad my Lumix has a fantastic zoom. Thank you for your encouraging words, I find them a source of great inspiration.

[Ruth Lueth]

Livia, this shot is great (as the other temple-shots before). Thanks for sharing it with us.

[Sabrina]

Wonderful capture! I just love to see different cultures!!

[Ade Akinyede]

Great B&W and details in this shot!

[Reba]

great shot; love the subtle vignette

[Kate]

great shot perfect B&W