Kabul Kids Photo | TrekEarth

Photographer’s Note

While in Kabul, we were checking out a potential location for a job, and as we pulled in, noticed these kids hanging around. I grabbed a quick shot of them as we drove by. I love the kid on the left, fists balled up like he's gonna kick some butt. They were having a good time posing for the camera.

Some adjustments of levels to fine tune the exposure and some cropping done to reduce some of the empty space caused by a quick set up and shot. Otherwise, it was just the right time and place.

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batalay (21006) 2007-03-15 23:05

Hello Dave,

The response of kids a camera is always interesting. Years ago I was standing behind a National Geographic Photographer as he was about to take a photo of a group of children. I had planned to shoot when he shot. He waited and waited, the kids went through a number of phases -- first eager, then anxious, the frustrated, and finally, when they seemed to become resigned to the fact that this guy was not going take their photo -- immediately, "click, click, click,..." He captured that very last mood, and showed the transformation to a look of surprise. I followed his lead, but what a nice lesson!

Warm regards,

Bulent

jbweasle (9294) 2007-03-17 6:11

Hello Dave,

I always like to see pictures of Afghanistan on TE. Kids make great subjects and are always willing to pose for the camera. I like the different expressions on their faces.

cunejo200 (7159) 2007-03-18 15:08

Hi David,
A well composed photo with good sharpness and colors. They all look happy and carefree but unfortunately these kids live in a troubled part of the world. Let's hope the war ends and these kids have a bright future. Best regards. Danilo

kwazireal (179) 2007-10-20 16:38

Nice image of some very engaging kids!

Image has green color caste and a couple of other opportunities for improving. Please see workshop for suggestions.

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