SPECIAL FORCES by Cindi Smith

Cindi Smith | all galleries >> Galleries >> REAL LIFE AIN'T ALWAYS PRETTY > SPECIAL FORCES


	Cindi Smith

I got this image in Baltimore. This man was sitting on a bench talking to himself. Looks like he is a Veteran. I'm wondering if war did this to him?

other sizes: small medium large auto

Ron		29-May-2008 00:49
This is one sad photo. A mind is a terrible thing to loose, regardless of how it came about. I does appear he is taken care of (clean & healthy), so he is fortunate for that. Hope you are well and having fun in Texas.

Guest		23-Jul-2007 00:33
the struggle inside of him everyday did this... I see this all the time in Boston - you captured this perfectly - well done sis

Robin Reid		22-Jul-2007 22:41
A very moving image Cindi.

royalld		22-Jul-2007 21:40
This is a very expressive image. No matter what voices he is responding to, the way he dresses leaves no doubt he sees himself in a position of authority.

Guest		22-Jul-2007 20:21
Wheter he was or wasn't doesn't much matter, this is a story photo, i'm sure this man has one heck of a story to tell, good eye, & great candid capture Cindi,v

Tom Briggs		22-Jul-2007 19:51
Great shot, Cindi, but my guess is that this guy was never in the service ... those that were don't dress like that or wear badges, etc., like that.

Lee G		22-Jul-2007 19:44
Strong character portrait Cindi. I can't blame him for mumbling to himself if he actually is. Bush makes me talk to myself and I'm on the easy side of the war.

Terri Steele		22-Jul-2007 16:28
Brilliant photojournalism. A touching portrait, and yeah, life aint so pretty sometimes.

Dan Chusid		22-Jul-2007 16:02
Got more rings on his hands than Ringo! Actually looks like he's got things in order despite a bit of talking to himself.

Kate Walls		22-Jul-2007 14:51
This is powerful Cindi - the answer to your question is probably yes - war did do him in....a different war than the one we are now (unnecessarily) in but the results will be the same for many..... When will we ever learn?

Katie Chew		22-Jul-2007 13:40
Excellent portrait. V

Johnny Rasmussen		22-Jul-2007 10:45
Great expressive B&W portrait, Cindi! Yes, there is always a story to tell with B&W images, and war can affect people in so many ways. ~V~

Guest		22-Jul-2007 09:57
A great B&W candid portrait,Cindi.Perhaps he is asking himself if he should buy another ring?!! V

Guest		22-Jul-2007 08:15
He looks like danny glover. Excellent portrait. V!

veraferia		22-Jul-2007 07:54
Expressive portrait!~V

Ann...		22-Jul-2007 07:38
Beautful candid. Let's hope whatever he's reliving gives him happiness not pain.

Guest		22-Jul-2007 05:35
A fine candid in B&W. He looks well turned out. Let's hope he's ok. ~V~

Michael Shpuntov		22-Jul-2007 05:12
Great catch Cindi. Very story telling shot.

Char		22-Jul-2007 04:02
Hi Cindi, This is an excellent and interesting character shot. I can tell he's talking. \/

Type your message and click Add Comment

It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest. Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help	private comment

Type your message and click Add Comment

It is best to login or register first but you may post as a guest. Enter an optional name and contact email address. Name
Name Email
help	private comment