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When I was going through Yannis Behrakis Pictures on the Guardian, this particular picture stood out to me. When I first saw this photo... it showed hope. The look on her face says it all, it shows that she can sit down and take a breath. A lot of Behrakis pictures showed hardship and struggle, maybe that is why I pick this one. It shows a new beginning, what can happen after the struggle. The lighting in the picture mirror this perfectly. It's not taken with the sun high in the air, which would have given a completely different feeling. The lines in the sand curve towards her and help offset the straight lines that lead to the city in the background. The attention he gives to the subjects is beautiful. He not only pays attention to the story but what makes a photograph go to the next level. He gets people to become emotional to what they view by not forgetting the technical parts. His work is amazing and honestly breathtaking.
This is a breathtaking photo. I absolutely love the lighting that he uses to create this stunning portrait of this woman.
ReplyDeleteBrooke, I really liked this photo as well. You are right, it does show a totally different perspective...And I love that. I can't begin to imagine what these people are going through. To know that you are risking your life, and that possibly won't reach your goals is a scary thing. You definitely can see the relief, and happiness this woman feels.
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