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Photo of the Day (10-1-08)

by Jamie Rhein (RSS feed) on Oct 1st 2008 at 3:00PM

A bit windy isn't it? This shot by Lola Akinmade in Spain captures the image of the flying coat perfectly. It almost looks like there are imaginary wires pulling it upwards. Can't you feel the struggle to walk as the wind presses against this man's face and whips through his hair? The stillness of the background in contrast to the man's movement adds to the action. This is a right place at the right moment kind of shot--a perfect click of the shutter.

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

Grant Martin Oct 2nd 2008 2:33AM

I think that's actually a street actor.

Sam Oct 2nd 2008 2:29AM

You're right. Las Ramblas in Barcelona has many of these guys.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/27843376@N06/2892558102

augustgreen Oct 2nd 2008 2:29AM

yes! its definitely a busker I captured during my time in Pamplona

Thanks for selecting it! - Lola

Rita Moreno Oct 2nd 2008 3:47AM

Yes! I'm sure it is a street actor. Actually, I've seen him in Rome (or some guy who looks just like him and has the same colthes) 2 years ago. The wires are not imaginary, they really pull the clothes up. However, he really deserves his picture to be here. His performance is quite good, and gets your attention :)

Sam Oct 2nd 2008 2:27AM

The picture on flickr is labelled "busker".

busker \BUS-kur\, noun:
A person who entertains (as by playing music) in public places.

There's a bunch of these guys on Las Ramblas in Barcelona!

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