Vintage Blur
by datcat

Comment by glad2badad:
Vintage is the right word for this photo. Looks like something that you'd pull out of the family album, maybe a photo of that special bouquet from a wedding, prom, etc... Nice job with this aged look and feel.

Oh So Tomorrow
by datcat

Comment by krnodil:
Great! That guy in the window makes the shot.

Corner Bank
by datcat

Comment by Melethia:
In addition to the anywhere feel, it has a sort of timeless feel to it as well.

Oh So Tomorrow
by datcat

Comment by Melethia:
Very striking composition of black and white with that touch of color thrown in! Lensbaby is perfect for this one.

Corner Bank
by datcat

Comment by rooum:
There a good slight miniature effect going on here which i like.

Oh So Tomorrow
by datcat

Comment by rooum:
The black and white buildings look great in this. I like the focus spot falling on the thoughtful man and shop sign. Great street shot.

Oh So Tomorrow
by datcat

Comment by hajeka:
Nice combination of B&W.

Oh So Tomorrow
by datcat

Comment by glad2badad:
This photo is a "thinker". Several scenarios and potential storylines going on. What's the guy in the window doing there and what is he looking at? Is he bored, is he a lookout for something nefarious, does he live there? The building on the right. Dark, brooding, approaching disrepair. What's the neighborhood like? Is it older and run down as the upper level of these buildings indicate, or is it a street with character and warm, charming people?

Very interesting indeed!

Corner Bank
by datcat

Comment by glad2badad:
This building actually looks familiar to me. Was this location used for a DPChallenge entry in the last few months?

As for the photo itself, I like seeing LB shots with some distance once in awhile, and with some people. The lighting is pretty strong (appears to be midday), although it's not overexposed or anything. In this case a LB is the right choice. I don't think this shot, at this time of day, with a normal lens would have much impact. JMO of course. :-)

Corner Bank
by datcat

Comment by Germaine:
Classic street corner shot -- it could be anywhere.