OK, first off that's my bear. It is now anyway. Valentine was the gentleman who assisted me in finding and eventually purchasing this amazing Steiff collectible. I don't think he wanted to let the little guy go.
Love the coincidence? Of him being 14 and Valentine. Very sweet shot. Your portraits are really becoming special. You tell something about the person rather than just a snapshot or model shot. They have character.
What an interesting face full of joy and character, beautifully pose and captured with lovely light and detail, great portrait hope he gets a copy Ron:)
Fabulous!! what a nice man, he looks to be able to enjoy life - taking it as it comes.. it's not everyday one sees a man cuddling a Teddy, Steiff or otherwise, but he looks comfortable enough doing so.. it's a great portrait, one with depth and humour.. wonderful
Fab Ron! You have such courage to do these stranger shots.