Hopeful

A complete stranger on the street.
He appeared to be a contented personality,
with the frankness of an ordinary Asian.
Greeted me with a minute glint of a hopeful smile.

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This post dedicates to the 3rd photo challenge with our photo buddies. The theme is “Street Photography – Perfect
Portrait”. Rest of the members/participants’ post: Nivin, Henry & Shafeel. Check out their shots – click on the name
and it will take directly to their post.

Frankly speaking, I generally do not fancy street photography, and so was a bit reluctant to do it. Moreover it’s the
Middle East – not a favorable ground for Street Photography. However having tried it, felt like a strange experiment –
to find an ordinary subject – a common man, and make a portrait photo of him. It’s not an easy task. Certainly a bit
challenging.

Here’s my take: