Washington's Homeless

[JonMikal]

DC's homeless rely on the city's steam system vents for warmth. Please forgive the grainy look; set on 1600 ISO for a previous shoot:

 

[Quizbiz]

Wow, those pictures make me feel so bad for those people, and it makes me feel lucky to be where I am.

I don't like the picture quality but at the same time I think it goes with the mood of the picture.

 

[craig]

Whoa!!! Thoughtful work as always!!! I have a hard time viewing photos of street people. Generally the photos I have seen seem to be invading someone's personal space as opposed to getting the real story. These photos transcend that. The faceless have a stronger power and you have illustrated that.

Of course the work of the incomparable Margaret Bourke White comes to mind. That was a different time for America. Let us never forget...

 

[Picksure]

Whoa!!! Thoughtful work as always!!! I have a hard time viewing photos of street people. Generally the photos I have seen seem to be invading someone's personal space as opposed to getting the real story. These photos transcend that. The faceless have a stronger power and you have illustrated that.

Of course the work of the incomparable Margaret Bourke White comes to mind. That was a different time for America. Let us never forget...

Wow, those pictures make me feel so bad for those people, and it makes me feel lucky to be where I am.

I don't like the picture quality but at the same time I think it goes with the mood of the picture.

'bout sums up what I was thinking. As always, your photos are fabulous.
The second shot captures the mood completely, IMO.

 

[Uselessdreamer1]

awesome pics jonmikal

 

[Nytmair]

i like the fact that there isn't any detail in the people... adds to the mood IMO

 

[hobbes28]

You know, I always say how good your pictures are. Tonight we were talking and I think it's more than that. I think we have a similar style so it's more that you inspire me, as well as many more members of the forum, to be better photographers. Awesome shots.

 

[Alison]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^What he said......

I personally love the grainy look, adds to the mood of the photos. Your artistic vision, and the deep respect with which you photograph your subjects both living and architectural inspirational. Thank you.

 

[Corry]

Wow. Those are amazing JM. Simply amazing.

 

[oriecat]

I personally love the grainy look, adds to the mood of the photos.

I totally agree. The 'grain' is fabulous, it especially adds to the second one. That is gorgeous.

 

[Karalee]

Jonmikal dont be apologetic for the grain, it definately adds to the mood! These shots are spectacular!

 

[triggerhappy]

Agree with everything that's been said. I think that #2 is just brilliant.

 

[triggerhappy]

One question about the photos. Did you speak to them when you took the pictures, or did you keep your distance?

 

[Niki]

Nice pics!

 

[John E.]

What can I say.......Damn good pictures! I agree the graininess adds to the picture. As Graig said, not seeing the faces makes the images stronger.