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saffron-robed buddha


saffron-robed buddha
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Copyright: Danilo Martinez (cunejo200) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2215 W: 50 N: 4150] (17269)
Genre: People
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2009-03-20
Categories: Daily Life
Camera: Nikon D70s, Nikkor 18-200 1:3.5-5.6 ED DX
Exposure: f/8, 1/250 seconds
More Photo Info: [view]
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2009-05-08 3:37
Viewed: 380
Favorites: 1 [view]
Points: 90
[Note Guidelines] Photographer's Note
The scene begged to be photograped. I was embarking on a ferry from Cebu City to Tagbilaran when I spotted the mother and son on a small boat (banca). The yellow robe draping the child made him look like a little buddha peacefully sleeping.

The mother and son are Bajaus. According to Wikipedia, the Bajaus are an indigenous ethnic group residing in Sabah, eastern Malaysia, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines and parts of Sarawak. They are the second largest ethnic group in Sabah, making up 13.2% of the total population of the state. They were sometimes referred to as the Sea Gypsies, although the term has been used to encompass a number of non-related ethnic groups with similar traditional lifestyles. For most of their history, the Bajaus have been a nomadic, seafaring people, living off the sea by trading and subsistence fishing. The boat dwelling Bajaus see themselves as non-aggressive people. They kept close to shore by erecting houses on stilts, and traveled using lepa-lepa, a handmade boat which many lived in. They are thought to have originated from the Philippines-Sulawesi coasts (although Bajaus legends state that they originated from members of the royal guard of the Sultan of Johor who settled along the east coast of Borneo after being driven there by storms. The Bajau people are also well known for weaving and needlework skills.

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Good composition! A great daily life scene with very nice colours and lights!
Best wishes,
Achim

hello Danilo
hope things are all well at your end
this is a wonderful shot friend, you have given a appt title to the shot.
so they are Bajaus, i have read a little about them.
the shot is such sharp and with fine colours
great pov and execution
wonderful shot
thanks for the notes too.
regards
Manuj mehta

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  • chrisJ Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 4225 W: 414 N: 6642] (42045)
  • [2009-05-08 3:45]

Hi Danilo

A wonderful colour contrast, between the orange saffron robes on the child, in the canoe, & the turquoise coloured sea. Tfs!

Bom dia Danilo,
Excellent and moving shot!
Superb composition!
Abraço,
Raimundo

Bom dia My friend Danilo
Impossible to resist to this scene with a superb capture and a very beautiful and very well seen composition.
There is serenity in that sleep and beautiful textures and colours. Life seem so simple and beautiful. Sp +recious.
Thanks
Have a good WE
Um abraço
Teresa

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  • nicou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1268 W: 0 N: 2483] (20320)
  • [2009-05-08 5:10]

Hello,

Merveilleux capates de cette dame avec son enfant, les couleurs sont fantastiques, du bleu, du jaune, la pureté de l'au, et ce graphsime de bois qui tient l'embarcation stable, mangigique.

bravo et amitié

Nicou

Great shot Danilo. Your focus is fantastic .. every little detail visible. THe colors are great - the water, the little yellow robe, the splashes of red in the boat - just a great shot.
Trudy

Hi Danilo :)
Wonderful!!!Very beautiful Copmo and colours.Congrats!!!
Have a nice day,
Deniz:)

Ciao Danilo



Great shot and capture my friend ..
undoubtedly a good photo journalism!
Nice details on the boat, the young mother,
well and there is the thing
background of light green water ...
The child sleeps the sleep of the righteous!

Greetings,

Sergio

hi Danillo the details you have in this shot amazes me the colours are excellent your pov is ist class and you must be congratulated tfs
regards bryan

Hi Danilo,
Yes, you are right, this was really a composition to be photographed. Well captured daily life moment, technically you did a pretty goo job. I like the contrast between the colour of the water and the boat (and also the skin tones of the main characters of your shot). Sharp and detailed image, TFS!
Greetings,
Kristof

Hi dear Danilo

Wonderful daily life shot my friend.
Perfect composition,perfect colours, perfect sharpness.
Thanks for the note.

Have a wonderful WE!

José Diogo

Hi Danilo
great contrast in this shot
really good pov and well taken
ciao
Lucio

Merhaba Danilo,
What a nicely daily life photo vith good work.TFS.
Cheers,

hAyAti

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  • ayse51 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1683 W: 124 N: 1437] (20268)
  • [2009-05-08 15:03]

Hi Danilo,
beautiful compo and amazing colours.Outstanding work.Congratulations.Necla.

Hi Danilo:
A beautiful slice of life captured here,wonderful mother and child theme, beautifully composed and with your wonderful eye for vivid colour... this is what I enjoy......Thanks my friend...Roman

Hi Danilo,

Very beautiful and moving photograph. Color and saturation are fantastic.

Eleu Tabares
eldancer1@yahoo.com

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  • trekks Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2016 W: 144 N: 3390] (13589)
  • [2009-05-08 18:49]

hi Danilo

Somehow after my trip to see the sea Bajau and Sulu, this kind of scenery is absorbed into my mind and I can instantly take a good liking whenever I see boat people of this banca.

Impressive shot.

The child sleeping so peaceful on the moving boat. The girl looks so young for a mother.

Good work.

tfs, bill

Hello Danilo,
Fantastic...
Impressive
Perfect turquoise and saffron yellow combination..
Mother and baby...
ıncredible beauty...
TFS
Selahattin E

Hi Danilo
Wonderful capture and action
Impressive job
Have a nice weekend
Burak

Hi Danilo,
Very very beautiful photo,thanks.
Abracos,
Ralf

Hello Danilo,

You are right!
This is begging to be recorded!

Delightful shot!
I like your diagonal composition which adds extra interest to the shot.
Sharp focus, fine saturation and lovely details, like the shimmering water and the textures of the items.

Kind regards,
bev :-)

Dear Danilo,

beautifu, beautiful, expresive image! Extraordinary pov and colors. Great story!

All the best!
David

hi danilo,

very well seen! its a peacefull looking scene, but i think these people dont have an easy life...
TFS
frans

Hi!
A really good day life picture!
Love the little bouddha too and the colors!
Just congrats!
TFS, Carine

yes little buddha for sure! the yellow against the blue is very striking with an excellent sharpness overall, interesting to read about these people,
thanks for sharing,
scott

Hi Danilo, an awesome shot of a mum and her baby with excellent details and composition. Perfect selection for the Mother's Day!
TFS and take care you!
Cheers,

Bayram
ps. Tomorrow i will flight to London since my mum has some serious healt problems. Thus, i do not think that i here a while.

Ciao Danilo, fantastic cimposition with splendid colors, superb POV and wonderful family scene, very well done, ciao Silvio

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  • suzy Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 425 W: 38 N: 1262] (4336)
  • [2009-05-10 5:44]

this is unbelievable Danilo, talk about the beautiful connection of mother and little baby buddha in yellow, such an emotional, affectionate presentation, meaningful and wonderful in colors and clarity and transperency, the green emerald water is so attractive and gentle and serene just like the ambiance here, impecccable presentation from all aspects...

my compliments and kind regards
suzy

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  • Dot Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1397 W: 31 N: 3045] (12300)
  • [2009-05-10 7:02]

HI Danilo
Fantastic scene you have captured.
The frail looking embarcation looking like it has seen better days and to see the baby just lying there, that could easily be knocked over by a wave sends shivers.
The colors are superb.
Dot

Olá Danilo

Uma imagem terna e impressionante.
Isto é o que eu chamo de PAZ!
Cores fortes, lindas com bom contraste.
Um trabalho nota 10!
Parabéns
GA
Vera.

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  • foozi Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 592 W: 0 N: 957] (4596)
  • [2009-05-11 4:42]

Hi Danilo,
what an excellent shot you have here. The photographic elements of graphic , colours and composition is well done. I dont know what to say, I hope they live happily.
I have a sense of pity to the Bajau people, when comparing it to this modern day rat-race.
Nice to share and thanks for such a great shot.

regards,
Foozi

Hi Danilo,
Beautiful caught of view well presented and composed, Excellent POV. and lovely details,
wanderful colors and sharpness,
A beautiful daily life scene..
all my compliments
Michel

Re:Ciao Danilo..
excellent composition with a bit of tenderness
colours and subject are simply sublime!!
great capture.. my compliments
ciao Marco

Welcom Danilo,
great scene. Beautiful colouring composition. Sea (or river) colour is grand. Very good diagonal composition. Congratulations.
Regards - Slawek

Hi Danilo:
very beautiful colors.
excellent capture.
well done
congratulations

regards
salomao

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  • kanton Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 702 W: 5 N: 1255] (5262)
  • [2009-05-12 13:37]

Hi Danilo!
Wonderful daily life scene!
beautiful ritch colours light,
and details!good pov,texture,
and perfect clarity!
Compliments and TFS
Kostas

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  • roges Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 500 W: 0 N: 920] (4643)
  • [2009-05-12 22:33]

Hi Danilo !
Beautiful picture.
Excellent colors, presenting the top.
The description given is very interesting.
Have a quiet days,
Adrian

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  • mbrito Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1626 W: 118 N: 2805] (11304)
  • [2009-05-13 11:20]

Hi Danilo,
Wonderful image, very well composed, with fantastic colours, a great clarity, and an excellent compo with the water working as b/g of strong and balanced diagonal lines.
The kid sleeping is a wonderful touch of peace. Congrats, mb

Hello Danilo!
Fantastic clear green water and lovely capture!
Incredible calrity in your picture!
Very well done!
Best regards!
Lili

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  • Doudou Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 426 W: 2 N: 895] (5835)
  • [2009-05-24 10:11]

Bonjour Danilo,

Le suel moyen de transport de cette jeune maman, nous montre combien la vie est difficile dans ces contrées reculées de l'Asie!!!
Jolies couleurs avec cette eau turquoise, les faisant superbement ressortir!!!
Amitiés
Odile

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  • ramon Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 272 W: 20 N: 685] (3311)
  • [2009-05-28 13:20]

Hi Danilo,

A beautiful daily life capture.
Well managed exposure, nice vivid colors, sharp and crisp details.
Excellent composition.

TFS
Ramon

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  • jan515 Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2498 W: 56 N: 3862] (17484)
  • [2009-06-14 14:32]

this is a wonderful daily life scene Danilo,amazing colors and clarity, beautiful and very well seen composition.
Best wishes.
Janusz

Hi Danilo,
this is very clean, very clear, very rich and very well taken.
The water looks gorgeous.
Very sharp and very superior quality indeed.
CONGRATULATIONS !

Best regards, Daniel

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  • soe Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 402 W: 0 N: 107] (2461)
  • [2009-06-27 3:45]

Hi Danilo
Beautiful daily life shot. Wonderful color and very good lighting.Great composition and sharpness too.
Tin Soe

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  • psyce Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 158 W: 11 N: 87] (1511)
  • [2009-08-12 11:03]

what can I say.... Wow.... Superb? I am lost for words.... very nice photo... TFS

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