A face with many stories from a long and busy life. I like it.

like this picture. and (approx) all of the other. there are not many sites like yours.. and it is always an enrichment to visit it. (i am sorry for my bad english.)

Excellent portrait

I always love a good portrait. This one has a lot of character, but a bit to much backlit perhaps?

i´ve been watching your page for more then a year. always great work. but this picture is a huge step.... congratulations

Bonsoir,
Great details..Bravo!

david. u understand people so good. that helps u make good portraits. keep working!

At first I thought the hair between his eyes was dust on the sensor, but I like how you've left it in (many photographers I think would clone it out to prevent distraction). Makes the picture slightly askew, which I think adds a depth of character. My favorite aspect of this photo, though, is the nice balance between the soft highlights at the top and the whiteness in his stubble. Superb.

"... his life has not been an easy one."

Is this some random statement or is it backed up by anything?

I can see this man can tell lot of stories. I like this portrait a lot. Great detail, relaxed natural expression, nice natural lighting.

So tasteful!!! :-)

brilliant photography.

Thanks all.

Alex: yes, it's backed up by something, but I'm not sure he'd thank me for sharing it with you all.

This and portrait of his son are two of the best you've ever done. Amazing captures. Spiritual. Timeless. Beautiful tones, light, shadow. Delicately, perfectly balanced emotion between photographer and subjects.

Awesome picture David. Just the right lighting and exposure parameters to capture the subtle skin tones. Was this shot in colour then converted?