Michael Laezza
October 2026 - Encounter
About the Image(s)
I would like to do things a bit differently this month. Apart from any comments on the technical aspects can you provide your interpretation to the scene? What does it represent to you? What is it about? What is your reaction? I would appreciate it.
12 comments posted
Michael,
Great vantage point to create this scene. Which has a lot to say to the viewer
The shadows of the man suggest that he is going to photograph something, maybe the lady facing him - she seems to be stationary maybe posing for a photo or two.
No techical issues.
Regards
Emil Posted: 10/02/2026 16:32:36
Great vantage point to create this scene. Which has a lot to say to the viewer
The shadows of the man suggest that he is going to photograph something, maybe the lady facing him - she seems to be stationary maybe posing for a photo or two.
No techical issues.
Regards
Emil Posted: 10/02/2026 16:32:36
Emil - indeed there was a photoshoot going on and the lady was a model.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 09:59:46
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Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 09:59:46
Hello Michael,
My initial reaction to the image is that I see a buxom woman facing in one direction and a man who seems to not be noticing her, walking toward her. I can't tell what he is doing; is he pulling a knife out of his pocket? Is he struggling to walk? Are they on a bridge or walkway that has a big drop-off behind? Is he going to do something to her? Lots of unanswered questions, maybe she is going to pose for a picture to be taken or maybe he is spooking her and she's thinking of running off. I wish I could see the man more clearly. Fascinating ! Posted: 10/06/2026 16:34:12
My initial reaction to the image is that I see a buxom woman facing in one direction and a man who seems to not be noticing her, walking toward her. I can't tell what he is doing; is he pulling a knife out of his pocket? Is he struggling to walk? Are they on a bridge or walkway that has a big drop-off behind? Is he going to do something to her? Lots of unanswered questions, maybe she is going to pose for a picture to be taken or maybe he is spooking her and she's thinking of running off. I wish I could see the man more clearly. Fascinating ! Posted: 10/06/2026 16:34:12
Donna - thank you for your extensive comments. I came across a photoshoot that was taking place and took several photos - indeed I titled them "Photoshoot". This image however seemed to evoke different messages along the line that you brought up - an encounter between strangers. But the cameras held by the male figure gave it away .
I have cloned out the cameras in the attached revised image but knowing that this approach strays away from the realism I want to achieve in street photography.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 10:07:18
I have cloned out the cameras in the attached revised image but knowing that this approach strays away from the realism I want to achieve in street photography.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 10:07:18
The man appears to be carrying two cameras, suggesting he's a professional or advanced photographer. He seems to be stooping, perhaps to get the camera angle he wants. The woman is standing facing the photographer. Based on her shadow, the dress she's wearing is a "see-through" mesh. This makes me think she is a model, posing for the photographer.
I love the top-down angle of your photograph, and the use of shadows to tell a fascinating story is great. Well done!
Posted: 10/06/2026 20:31:19
I love the top-down angle of your photograph, and the use of shadows to tell a fascinating story is great. Well done!
Posted: 10/06/2026 20:31:19
Thank you Pete. I came across a photoshoot that was taking place and took several photos - indeed I titled them "Photoshoot". This image however seemed to evoke different messages along the line brought up by Donna - an encounter between strangers. But the cameras held by the male figure gave it away .
I have cloned out the cameras in the attached revised image but knowing that this approach strays away from the realism I want to achieve in street photography.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 10:08:58
I have cloned out the cameras in the attached revised image but knowing that this approach strays away from the realism I want to achieve in street photography.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/08/2026 10:08:58
Mike, I agree! Without the cameras, it becomes a different (and ominous) photograph!
Posted: 10/08/2026 22:47:19
Posted: 10/08/2026 22:47:19
Hi Mike - I like your approach this month. A cool challenge. I firstly noticed that the woman is standing and the man is walking fast. The body language didnt look natural to me because if she wanted to stop the trespasser she would have been in the middle of the road. Not sure what the concept of the setup of the photoshoot was, but I definitiely like your perspective and the picture. Posted: 10/12/2026 18:33:56
Adrian - I think the photoshoot was simply a fashion shoot - there was one model, her support staff and several photographers ( not visible here ).
The reason I was drawn to this image was that the woman seems to be standing her ground as if in self defense and the male figure seems to have given way to her. But of course the cameras he was carrying gave it away. The cameras can be cloned away but of course then this becomes more of a fabricated image.
Cheers
Mike
Mike Posted: 10/13/2026 13:41:07
The reason I was drawn to this image was that the woman seems to be standing her ground as if in self defense and the male figure seems to have given way to her. But of course the cameras he was carrying gave it away. The cameras can be cloned away but of course then this becomes more of a fabricated image.
Cheers
Mike
Mike Posted: 10/13/2026 13:41:07
Mike,
I like the unusual angle you captured in this image. Centering the two people more within the frame might create better balance and draw the viewer's attention to them. The contrast between the individuals and their shadows is especially compelling; the shadows seem to suggest alternate personas, almost as if they are speaking to each other as the two people pass. Posted: 10/15/2026 12:17:43
I like the unusual angle you captured in this image. Centering the two people more within the frame might create better balance and draw the viewer's attention to them. The contrast between the individuals and their shadows is especially compelling; the shadows seem to suggest alternate personas, almost as if they are speaking to each other as the two people pass. Posted: 10/15/2026 12:17:43
Chris - Thank you. I appreciate your interpretation on the contribution of the shadows.
Cheers
Mike Posted: 10/15/2026 17:13:08
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Mike Posted: 10/15/2026 17:13:08
Hi Michael,
Greetings my friend.
This is a special vantage point which created a lovely angle for the image itself. Generally in a documentary or a movie or a cinema scene we see this type of camera and viewing angle. I love the image, the composition, the subject placement and overall a lovely image. Thank you for sharing.
Cheers.
Kamal Posted: 10/25/2026 12:08:10
Greetings my friend.
This is a special vantage point which created a lovely angle for the image itself. Generally in a documentary or a movie or a cinema scene we see this type of camera and viewing angle. I love the image, the composition, the subject placement and overall a lovely image. Thank you for sharing.
Cheers.
Kamal Posted: 10/25/2026 12:08:10