The spice seller, a photo from Rajshahi, North

Photographer's Note

Tumeric, paprika, ginger, cumin and coriander, all freshly ground. The aroma that surrounds the spice man, makes you want to linger a little longer, next door is the butcher, not so nice.

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marabu61 (3900) 2013-03-03 7:11

Hello Elaine
Turmeric, paprika, ginger, cumin and coriander, I just can smell all those spices here. They are the main ingredients to a good curry, that make my mouth water.
The man is so full of character and his absent minded pose lets him come across so naturally. Great portrait from this street seller.
have a good sunday
Daniel

batalay (32858) 2013-03-03 8:05

Hello Elaine,

What a lovely portrait of the spice seller. The light is exquisite, and you have used it well. Indeed, you could even increase the contrast a little more and in the process diminish the distraction of the poster without eliminating it altogether. All in all, it is excellent.

Warm regards,

Bulent

wolf38 (28166) 2013-03-03 9:15

Hi Elaine. A spice seller. He is waiting for buyers. What an original photo. Best Composition. Overall, a successful shot.
Rgds wolfgang.

williewhistler (7265) 2013-03-03 10:50

Hello Elaine,whilst the Spice seller does not appear to over enthusiastic in having his photo taken you have captured a most interesting and informative portrait,sharp,colourful and well composed it`s a terrific shot.
Best regards Les.

yaya13baut (3344) 2013-03-04 0:22

hi Elaine,
a fine light to emphasizes this soft and sharp portrait of this old man. I like his look and his posture.
Yannis

manrezaei (1704) 2013-03-04 0:54

Hi Elaine,

Nice shot, very attractive colors. Well done.

Cheers

Mansour

Nard (6913) 2013-03-04 12:51

Hi Elaine,
Very good light on this man and a specific look (tired, sad ?)giving a strong mood. Beautiful portrait
Regards
Bernard

abmdsudi (26215) 2013-03-15 9:47

Hi Elaine
This is a fine environmental portrait, the light and shades make the vendor and the vivid colors of the spices to hold the attention in a well balanced composition. His serious mix of characterful face is more than one sense of the word with lots of interest. This is an excellent syreet shot with lots of local flavour. Congrats
Kind regards