Morning Market Photo

Photographer’s Note

A scene straight out of Lu Chun's morning market. A very strange space with a lot of action, there were still quiet corners like this one where an image could be captured (almost) without people.

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tsumeb (468) 2005-01-17 2:25

Walter, it looks like a movie set but I can SMELL China from this photo. The lighting is fantastic. I just wish there was a stronger focal point to pull together all the parts. The bicycles almost work for that but it seems like something is missing. Nevertheless it's a fine photo.

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karina (1084) 2005-01-17 2:36

I love images of markets. It's an interesting insight into other's lives. In this shot I like the lighting, the shafts of light entering through the roof are lovely. This market seems very quiet, it's purely a personal thing but perhaps a person as part of the main composition?(I did notice several at the back and I did notice in your note that you were looking for a quiet spot so maybe my suggestion is not what you were aiming for :) The tricylcles in the foreground provide a good focal point. Overall I do like this....

Nottinghill (1085) 2005-01-17 3:11

very nicely captured mood of morning. lively colors and delicate sunlight coming through the roof. well done

ChrisJ (70443) 2005-01-17 4:19

Hi Walter

An excellent daily life shot. I like the lighting & the way it's caught the wafting blue smoke. Good shot!

Ramonven (124) 2005-01-17 4:49

A very beautifull and atmospheric pitcure you captured here Walter! My compliments!

Darren (6819) 2005-01-17 4:56

This is very nice Walter. I love how the light is streaming into the market and the colors look really appealing to me. Personally, I wish there were more people here, someone in the foreground would add very nicely for me. Good shot.

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tri-trek (3) 2005-01-29 17:55 [Comment]

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retesh_gondal (173) 2005-03-05 11:10

beautiful daliy life shot...nice bright moring..a new day for all...i like your theme...nice composition

ngythanh (8496) 2005-08-27 10:00

Hi Walter:
I don't know how to analize my interest to this lively and lovely picture, but I know I admire its sharpness and the wondeful use of indoor light in this market.
This must be the work of a master.

Thanks.

MLINES (10976) 2006-01-05 2:52

Wonderfully clear photo.
You have made simple everyday things like tomatoes into a piece of art. The clarity is excellent and what i aim for but usually fail to achieve. Good work.

calimex (1029) 2007-02-10 1:34

Hello Walter,
This is a fascinating image with good composition and lighting. Just for comparison, I would have liked to see this same location with more people and activity. It seems that you captured this at a quiet moment in the life of the marketplace. Thank you for the image and note.

Best,
José

sheepyak (180) 2007-07-31 15:09

Hi Walter,

It's been said before, but I love the light in this photo. There is so much going on, yet it seems peaceful somehow - I think the light, the trees outside, and the lack of people in the foreground are what make me feel this way. Thanks for sharing,

Chelsea

gbeli (2026) 2007-12-15 8:38

Hello Walter
Excellent photo from the Chinise market.
The beams of the sun and the nice colors make this picture unique.
Regards