This week the theme is dramatic black and white at I Heart Faces. This photo is about three years old and is from the first trip my husband and I took to Africa. I shot this with my Olympus point and shoot and the quality is kind of sad, but every time I see this young girl's face I just want to cry.
We were sitting outside her school getting ready to show The Jesus Film to a group of people - I think that night was pretty average, over 500 people. Many of the children were happy, laughing and running around despite their lack of clothes and shoes. But she seemed to carry the weight of the world on her thin, bony shoulders.
I still wonder about her to this day - where is she now? Is she still in school? Does life still weigh her down?
There is plenty of drama AND almost enough black and white for me this week over at I Heart Faces. Check it out!
That is such a strong photo and I think the black and white really helps with the effect. Awesome job!
ReplyDeleteWhat a striking image! The exposure is perfect!!
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Very well composed! Great entry for this week's challenge!
ReplyDeleteAll I can say is, "Wow". Dramatic in so many ways!
ReplyDeleteIt is a powerful photo!
ReplyDeleteWow. This picture is stunning. What a powerful story this image conveys. I am so glad I saw this today. It was a blessing.
ReplyDeleteVery powerful shot! Beautifully done.
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