The four reliances Photo

Photographer’s Note

First, rely on the spirit and meaning of the teachings, not on the words;

Second, rely on the teachings, not on the personality of the teacher;

Third, rely on real wisdom, not superficial interpretation;

And fourth, rely on the essence of your pure Wisdom Mind, not on judgmental perceptions
--Buddha

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Bartleby (4836) 2009-02-19 10:04

The addition of the POV with this almost divine light aptly illustrates the comment. I wonder how you managed to catch such a light. Good job, Kamran.

Philippe

holmertz (9594) 2009-02-19 13:11

Hello Kamran,
Referring to the well handled light and shades I might add: Rely on your own judgement, not on the camera's automatic exposure metre. Or am I wrong?
The statue makes a fine triangle and the all important hands are well featured.
Kind regards,
Gert

daddo (11328) 2009-02-19 18:21

Salam Kamran. Unfortunately the techings are conveyed through words, recorded in words and passed down in words. And as we know, words are often too limiting and are open to interpretation where more words are heaped upon the pure essence of the vision, burying it in a mire of contradictions and dead-ends. One thing i can say about your photo is SILENCE as i contemplate its beauty. Salam in spirit.Klaudio.

delpeoples (5938) 2009-02-20 17:01

Hi Kamran, a really great POV which has dealt with the blow out of the sky well too. I like the B&W conversion, the contours and textures of the statue are brilliantly exposed. TFS and have a great weekend, Lisa.

Atousa (3434) 2009-02-21 3:57

Salam Kamran,

Good POV to show the statue elegant n magnificent.. the choice of B n W has been a good idea ..very interesting note too..thank you.
Best regards, A

ChrisJ (70153) 2009-02-21 5:07

Hi Kamran

I've been there. You deserve s smiley, if only for the 14 storey hike up the steep hill, just to get there! Good sharpness & tonal range. Tfs!

fulvio52 (8314) 2009-02-21 10:50

Hi, Kamran.
Powerful shot, featuring superb framing and light management on top of a striking angle. Simplicity is an art in itself, your shot proves it once again. TFS! Have a nice weekend, I'll be seeing you.
Fulvio.

skippy007 (6977) 2009-02-22 19:54

Hello Kamran, A powerful shot with BW an excellent choice, good detail & tones. All have good intentions (I have no doubt about that) but they are often lost in words that are full of contradictions.
Take care
Santo

Scharan (13951) 2009-02-27 17:57

Olá Kamran

A foto está muito boa, ficou ótima em B&P.
Bom ponto de vista e nitidez.
Parabéns!
GA
Vera

Photo Information

Copyright: Kamran Channa (kschanna) (2634)
Genre: Places
Medium: Black & White
Date Taken: 2008-01-13
Categories: Daily Life
Camera: Nikon D40, Nikkor 18-55mm AF-S 1:3.5-5.6 GII ED DX, ISO 200, Tama 52mm UV
Exposure: f/8, 1/250 seconds
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-02-19 3:35
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