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23-FEB-2007 Collin Baxter

Samuel
by Collin Baxter

Sam is our biweekly gardener and a very proud and cheerful old gent. Sam unfortunately has a speech and hearing impediment, so on his work days there is often a rather funny pantomime the takes place in the garden. This often leads to some lets say “surprises” when I get home.

Olympus E-500
1/50s f/6.3 at 180.0mm iso400 full exif

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Guest 26-Feb-2007 23:18
This is one of my favourite shots, and reminds me of the work by Perry Dilbeck.
Very nice, Thanks.

Kevin.
Guest 26-Feb-2007 20:58
Great shot, Collin. One of the beter "on theme" shots here. You really can tell the care and knowledge that goes into his work.
Guest 26-Feb-2007 20:22
Like this a lot Collin. The context is great and I love the Che badge on his hat. Alistair
Shirley Haden25-Feb-2007 04:36
Wonderful portrait Collin, of course the photo explains his love for plants and gardening, your story just confirms and add more info. I got a giggle out of imagining the "surprises" you fine.
Guest 24-Feb-2007 16:41
Splendid pic Collin and thanks for the background info. Looks like he is a proud man who enjoys his work. Like the bit of movement that really makes it a true candid. The Che Guevara cap is a nice touch. Careful though.....you may come home one day to find Samual has declared a coup and taken custody of your home as an act of self reparation!! Just kidding......Very nice rhythm to your composition.
charlie
Guest 24-Feb-2007 16:41
Very good comp, and interesting subject. I quite like it.

Marc