Comment from jrconrad
What a great picture! The face of this lady tells a complex and compelling story. Very well executed. One suggestion: the knotted drape behind her, at first, gives the idea of a headdress. I might try to clone it out. Wonderful shot. Cheers, James.

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015

many thanks james; I'll post another one for the white contest

Comment from michiganmike
An excellent shot by any standard. The cropping is attractive and the details are outstanding. I like the look on her face and that you have included the hands. Excellent skin tones and beautiful colors.

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015

thanks a lot mike for your lovely comments;
I have another one for the white contest

Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
Portrait photography looks interesting that displays the expression, personality, and mood of the subject.You have captured the essence of it in this shot. Good effort!

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015

thank you

Comment from Jairos
awesome Photo, Great Lighting, Love the soft colors, Great Expression of this lady, good focus and good frame, Well done Jairos

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

thanks a lot amigo for your kind comments and top rating;
I'll post another one for the white contest

Comment from Joelgraphuchin
This is a unique photograph. very sharp and clear. the expression of the lady is well communicated. in my opinion this is a good entry for "hair contest". well done.

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

many thanks again

Comment from Jean A Cormier
Amazing shot. this is right up my alley when I am looking for something to paint and/or draw! Over the top appeal, I like the tight framing of the subject, it is just one of those I open I just think, 'wow wish I had seen it'. Wonderful all around! jean

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

thanks a lot jean for your lovely comments and top rating;
I'll post another one for the white contest

Comment from Lilibug6
This is a great portrait! You have captured this woman well! The focus Is fantastic! The colors are great! The presentation is very good! Well done and thanks for sharing! Lilibug6

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

thanks a lot lori

reply by Lilibug6 on 23-Feb-2015

My pleasure! Lori

Comment from Susan F. M. T.
Fred,
Methinks she was watching you watching her? She has a natural beauty unenhansed by expensive cosmetics, her lines are Laughter Lines NOT wrinkles! Beautiful composition with the window frame framing her, beautiful lighting with superb camera techniques & sharp focus,
Susan

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

merci suzanne

Comment from WendyG
This is so beautiful Fred, it encapsulates her life with no words needed. It is very evident that she has worked hard and loved hard, she must have children with all that grey hair,lol. A stunning portrait, excellent techs and composition:)

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

thanks a lot Wendy for our great commentsand top rating;
I'll post another one for the white contest

Comment from mamamary
It looks like to me she has lived a long life judging by the age of her hand and the character lines on her face. I'm wondering why that not is perched on the top of her head? Great photo getting it from the bus. Good work, my friend.

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015

from a taxi;
many thanks mary