Comment from sandysartstudio
so right, boys will be boys the world over. I wonder what his future will be ? I great photo of a little boy being a grubby little boy blowing bubble gum. As your photos always tell a great story so does this. I look forward to seeing some more but the poverty saddens me.

 Comment Written 11-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2008

Thank you so much for your kind review. I hope his feature is brighter than the presence. There were just a school build in the area for kids 6-10. Our community aid the school with the necessary paper, pencil, chalk etc. But other than their parents the learn to read and write the native Maya and Spanish. I'll post pictures later.

Comment from Gerald D
Initial impact good,focus good,detail good color good,angle good,like the way the sun plays around on the ground,notes well said,very well done Gerald

 Comment Written 11-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2008

Thanks Gerald, I appreciate your generous review very much.

Comment from NMetzger
Initial Impact:5
Creativity of Presentation:5
Color Harmony:5
Center of Interest:5
Technical Excellence:5
Technique:5
Lighting:5

Nice photograph. This boy has an almost mischievous look on his face like he's about to make some trouble. Nice lighting and colors. Great job.

 Comment Written 11-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2008

Thank you for your generous review. Yes it is a little mischievous. Just a real boy.

Comment from jesuel
very nice portrait you have captured his essence the color is great the detail is great excellent depth fantastic job here

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2008

Thank you. I appreciate you gracious review.

Comment from bedo92000
he is definitely very cute. This is a great portrait. it is cool the way he is looking to the side. the lighting and color are both very good and so is the composition. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2008

Thank you bedo92000. I appreciate your generous review.

Comment from lorac1
This certainly is a cute picture of the boy blowing bubble gum. The initial impact is strong, and the center of interest is not only cutel, but provides great story telling ability. I like the clear detail in both the boy and the background.

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 11-Nov-2008

Thank you so much. I appreciate your kind and gracious review.

Comment from tallsasquatch
I like this, the background shows that its not a good living area, and the boys ragged clothing is dirty, good setup and everything. enjoyed viewing 5 stars

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

Thank you for your generous review. You are right with the living area. What you see there is an typical Mayan village in Yucatan's Jungle. There is know electrical power or sanitation. The water comes from a cenote [sink hole] but it's clean. The village is about 10 Miles from a major highway and about 20 Miles from a beach property All Inclusive hotel were tourists pay $ US 200 to 500.

Comment from GaliaG
You are right, kids are kids all over the world, petty they became adults and change there ways

# Initial impact 5
# Creativity of presentation 5
# Color Harmony 4
# Center of Interest 4
# Technical Excellence 5
# Technique 5
# Story Telling Ability 4
# Lighting 5

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

Thank you. I appreciate your kind review very much.

Comment from focaldot
True, They are naughty as ever like me LOL!. Love the way he is busy staring, you have composed it so perfectly and sure he is so cute. Love your expressive photography which touches the hearts. Well done and all the best for the contest.

 Comment Written 10-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

Thank you for your kind review and good wishes.

reply by focaldot on 10-Nov-2008

Welcome Cleo!

reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

:)

reply by focaldot on 10-Nov-2008

:)

Comment from Yesunion
Sorry, but I'm not moved by this as being cute. It's a fine documentary for sure, although I can't even tell that it's really gum he has there.

Artistically, not very special. It's a snapshot. I understand the story but the photo in an of itself is less than remarkable. At least he's not "centered" in the frame. And, it's well exposed and sharp. Otherwise, nothing really stands out for me. I guess you can call me Simon Cowell (American Idol) for being real about my critique here.

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2008

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reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

Sorry but I don't agree. One has probaly to live were I do [Q.Roo,Mexico] and grown up as and were I did [East-Berlin, Germany after WWII, later DDR behind the Iron Curtain] to find it cute. I still do. The expression in it's face showing how he is 'ignoring' my camera. I know it is bubble gum. I gave it to him.
That he is not centered in the frame is intentional. You will very seldom find my subjects in the middle of the frame. I dislike it.
I understand that you dislike the photo since you just don't see what I see. If somebody tells me my photo is well exposed and sharp I know My story didn't came over. I won't hold it against you.

reply by Yesunion on 10-Nov-2008

No problem...just to set the record straight. I wasn't asking you to agree with a subjective judgement. I don't like it. How can you disagree with that? And, I wasn't saying to center him. That was a good remark..."at least" the boy is NOT centered. Anyways, good luck in the contest.

reply by the author on 10-Nov-2008

Maybe I understand something wrong. Sometimes I do. Sometimes my English is a bit skewed. I never learned any but by myself.
What I meand I disagree that he isn't cute.
But anyway I really appreciate any honest review. Thanks again.